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"annuit coeptis" (Latin)
What does the Latin term annuit coeptis mean?
"Annuit coeptis" is a Latin phrase that translates to "He (God) has favored our undertakings" or "He approves of our beginnings." It is a phrase found on the reverse side of the Great Seal of the United States and is often associated with the idea of divine providence or support for the endeavors of the nation.Examples in Sentences
Here are three example sentences using the term "annuit coeptis":- The phrase "annuit coeptis" on the Great Seal of the United States symbolizes the belief in divine assistance for the nation's aspirations.
- During his inaugural address, the president mentioned the importance of unity and the nation's reliance on annuit coeptis in pursuing a better future.
- Some interpret the phrase "annuit coeptis" as an acknowledgment of divine blessings and guidance for the country's endeavors.

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