How to Pronounce "wish away"
expression
ˈwɪʃ/ /əˈweɪ
WISH-uh-WAY
wˈɪʃ/ /ɐwˈeɪ
WISH-uh-WAY
Definition
To hope that a problem or situation will go away simply by wanting it to, without taking action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪʃ/ /əˈweɪ
British English
wˈɪʃ/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WISH-uh-WAY
UK
WISH-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
You can't wish away your homework; you have to do it.
She tried to wish away her fears, but they stayed.
You can't just wish away bad habits.
They think they can wish away climate change, but it takes real effort.