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The culture of [ ] and superstitions pervades most societies. In some cultures [ ] as presents are not welcome. Also, collapsing [ ] in one's night dream are an indication of bad luck. [ ] are sometimes taken as a sign of getting ill, while [ ] or [ ] serve in some cultures as symbols of becoming rich and strong. Other [ ] are even stranger. People in different countries believe that a pair of scissors put under a doormat [ ] the house. Interestingly, two [ ] of yellow roses should not be given as a present. Money [ ] scared away by whistling. Stepping through the door with the right foot first is a [ ] of securing success. Cultures often meet at a [ ] of global contacts and many superstitions become truly international.