luck
Example Sentences
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I’m a believer that politics is usually more like Veep than House of Cards; even world-changing events more often unfold by accident or luck than by design.
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026
As he finished helping a fellow trainee gear up, one paratrooper wished another good luck with a firm handshake.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
This is assuredly a consequence of bad luck rather than a measurement of merit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
If your car was insured by State Farm in 2025, you’re in luck: You likely qualify for a dividend payment from the insurance giant.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Instead, Phineas is saved by good luck and good care.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
