Meaning of 'Lord willing and the creek don't rise'
What does the saying 'Lord willing and the creek don't rise' mean?
Idiom: Lord willing and the creek don't rise
Meaning:
Pertains to the ability to accomplish a task or meet an obligation, barring unforseen complications. Example: "I will be at work tomorrow, Lord willing and the creek don't rise."
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