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  What it means

  Literally “to hold thumbs.” This is the Polish equivalent of “crossing your fingers.” Used to wish someone good luck.

  Vocabulary

  • kciuk — thumb

  Grammar note

  Accusative plural 'kciuki' after 'trzymać'.

  Cultural context

  In Poland, you physically tuck your thumb inside your fist instead of crossing fingers.

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