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60 Common Superstitions That People Around The World Believe

60 Common Superstitions That People Around The World Believe

Many call superstitions an irrational belief of the supernatural, actions that stem from ignorance or fear of the unknown. But these “irrational” acts are actually more normal than you may think.

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60 Common Superstitions From Around The World

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