blessed event

noun

the birth of a child.

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Idioms and Phrases

The birth of a baby, as in When is the blessed event expected? This expression combines two senses of blessed , that is, “happy” and “sacred.” Today, however, unless used ironically, it is considered cloyingly sentimental. [1920s]

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Example Sentences

I think I committed every possible absurdity, in the way of preparation for this blessed event.

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I think I committed every possible absurdity in the way of preparation for this blessed event.

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Before the blessed event, Laurent went to Jarth Rolan with a complaint.

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The history-making blessed event was an honor and an onus to Captain Spooner and his young wife.

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