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Savannah and the Jinx of Traffic Talk
Savannah Guthrie navigates more than just news stories—she’s also cautious about jinxing her travels. In a 2014 discussion with Today, she shared her superstition: voicing satisfaction with traffic flow before reaching a destination can jinx it, resulting in sudden congestion. This belief in jinxes is rooted in the idea that positive remarks might attract bad luck.
The term ‘jinx” evolved from the 17th-century term “jynx,” referring to a bird and associated spells. Today, it signifies a curse of bad luck, especially when prematurely celebrating good fortune. Savannah’s practice reflects a common superstition, acknowledging the delicate balance between words and fate in everyday life
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