lucked out

Example Sentences

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I lucked out and landed an invite to a “Coyote vs. Acme” cast-and-crew screening in November 2023 when there was hope that Warner Bros. might soon sell its controversially canceled cartoon to a new distributor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026

Canceled ports aside, we absolutely lucked out on the cruise, weather-wise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

His family did some research and lucked out.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2023

But I lucked out with an uncrowded early-summer weekday; expect full sessions with a maximum of 12 surfers on peak days and weekends.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 28, 2023

“Paine, you and Donna really lucked out with these youngsters. They’re true champs, both of ’em.”

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen