concept   scissors
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   Scissors are viewed negatively in Middle Eastern countries due to cultural superstitions about cutting off good luck.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 pair of scissors Middle Eastern cultures Considered inappropriate to use for cutting fabric as it is associated with the cutting of clothing, which is culturally taboo. 1
2 scissors Middle Eastern countries Avoided in some cultures due to superstitions about cutting off good luck 1