[make] a wish
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to express a desire for something to happen, often done before blowing out candles on a birthday cake
- She closed her eyes and made a wish before blowing out the candles on her birthday cake.
- Every year on my birthday, I make a wish for good health and happiness.
- She made a wish for success before starting her new job.
- It's tradition to make a wish when you see a shooting star.
- Don't forget to make a wish when you blow out the candles on your cake.