Some motorcycle enthusiasts hang a biker's bell from a portion of their bike to protect themselves from evil road spirits.
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A single magpie is considered a sign of bad luck. A Guide to the Scientific Knowledge of Things Familiar recites an old proverb concerning the incidence of bad weather when magpies forage alone and a possible scientific explanation for this.
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Placing a hat on the bed is, apparently, bad luck. (South Carolina)
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If you catch a falling leaf on the first day of autumn you will not catch a cold all winter.
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In some parts of England, rum is used to wash a baby's head for good luck.
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Placing keys on a table is considered unlucky. (Sweden)
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An acorn should be carried to bring luck and ensure a long life.
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Before traveling a person should, apparently, sit on their luggage. (Russian)
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