Mercury retrograde
Planetary optical illusion
Mercury retrograde is an astrological period when the planet Mercury appears to move backward in its orbit, traditionally blamed for communication mishaps, travel delays, and technology failures.
It occurs three to four times per year for about three weeks.
The phenomenon is astronomical fact; its supposed effects are astrological belief: Don't sign contracts during Mercury retrograde.
Often shortened to Mercury in retrograde or just Mercury retrograde.
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