Common mistake whim (wing) and a prayer

A common mistake that many people make is using the phrase "whim and a prayer" instead of the correct phrase "wing and a prayer."

The Correct Phrase: A Wing and a Prayer

When someone uses the phrase "a wing and a prayer," it means that they are relying on hope and luck to get through a difficult situation.

The phrase originated during World War II and was popularized by the song "Comin' in on a Wing and a Prayer," which was written in 1943. The song described a damaged bomber plane returning to its base, barely able to stay in the air.

Examples:

1. Despite losing all of their equipment in the fire, the firefighters were determined to continue their work with a wing and a prayer.

2. The students hadn't studied for the exam and were relying on a wing and a prayer to pass.

If you are unsure about the correct usage of this phrase or any other grammar-related issues, consider using the Linguix grammar checker. It can help you catch mistakes, suggest corrections, and improve your writing overall.

whim (wing) and a prayer mistake examples

  • Incorrect:
    The Lakers appeared to be hanging on a whim and a prayer.

    Correct:
    The Lakers appeared to be hanging on a wing and a prayer.

  • Correct:
    The Lakers appeared to be hanging on a wing and a prayer.
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