stroke of luck

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The first thing that had to go right was an unbelievable stroke of luck on the unluckiest night of Tatum’s life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

In a stroke of luck, he drew a judge known for leniency.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

In a remarkable stroke of luck, NASA's Hubble Space Telescope observed a comet in the middle of breaking apart.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Djokovic feels being injury-free is a stroke of luck as he attempts to become the oldest Grand Slam men's champion in the Open era.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Halfway there I had a stroke of luck and spotted Mola crossing the courtyard.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss