# may the Force be without you

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/may-the-force-be-without-you
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

Synonym of may the Force not be with you.

## Examples

- I hope you fail, may the Force be without you.
- He whispered may the Force be without you as his rival walked onto the stage.
- With a cold glare, the villain cursed his enemy, wishing that may the Force be without you in the coming battle.

## Origin

From may the Force be with you.

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