fortunate
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That is real progress for the least fortunate Americans.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 1, 2026
“I am fortunate to have experience at every level of government,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
Some of the fortunate passengers who escaped injury in the crash began helping others.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
Jon Hamm appeared in this capacity for Paul Rudd while riding a hot-air balloon in a tuxedo for a film shoot, fortunate timing that Poehler also says was not planned.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
“Mr. Collins appears to be very fortunate in his choice of a wife.”
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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