Many simply want “una limpia, ” or cleansing, to ward off evil spirits.

有些人来这里只是想要“una limpia”*2，或着就是“净身”驱除邪灵。

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In some places, people carry around objects to ward off evil or bring good luck.

在一些地方，人们会随身携带一些饰品给自己辟邪或招来好运。

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The tribal god will bless the child and ward off evil spirits after the marriage.

而经过这场婚礼后，部落的神就会保佑这个孩子避开邪灵。

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The country's most prominent soothsayer, Pinyo Pongcharoen, recently urged the premier to carry out Buddhist rituals to ward off evil.

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Firecrackers and drumbeats to ward off evil spirits break the silence, and wafting smoke fills the air as the macabre parade begins.

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Throughout the Chinese New Year holidays, fireworks and firecrackers are traditionally set off to ward off evil spirits when ushering in the new year.

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