The custom is for people to try and eat 12 grapes as the clock strikes midnight. Those who are successful can make a wish.

这个习俗是让人们在午夜钟声敲响时试着吃12颗葡萄。那些成功做到这一点的人就可以许个愿。

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I must make a wish first.

我一定要先许个愿。

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Fair-goers can take part in ritual cleanings and make a wish for the New Year.

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Anyone can close their eyes and make a wish that bad things do not happen.

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Once the wishes are reviewed and posted to the website, donors can post funds to make a wish come true.

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