miracle

Definition

  • noun: an unusual or wonderful event that is believed to be caused by the power of God
  • noun: an extraordinary event manifesting divine intervention in human affairs

Examples

  • These days, thanks to 'the miracle of television', we can watch events happening on the other side of the world.

  • She worked 'miracles' with those kids. [=she accomplished wonderful things with those kids]

  • The bridge is a 'miracle' of engineering. = The bridge is an engineering 'miracle'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) The ball is passed to Kichijoji. Here come the cross ball. Waits for the ball, and it's a bicycle-kick. Goooooal! What a miracle shot! It's a goal. Hey, wasn't that terrific? I named it Mr. Bicycle-kick. Coach Osim. Choose me for the national team. (..)
    2007 Kantoku · Banzai!