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lucked out



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

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

“It didn’t matter what the part was. I lucked out in a way that I feel so proud to be able to portray this part, but still, I feel like I manifested it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2024

She says she has "lucked out" by living in Stoke because of the "astronomical" difference with the cost of living that some overseas teachers have to endure in London.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2024

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

Palmer, Casey: Casey lucked out in a big way.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith




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