fortune
noun
position in life as determined by wealth.
fortunes
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pluralof fortune.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The vast fortunes being minted in other corners of Silicon Valley had mostly missed East Palo Alto, Calif., where the Primary School opened in 2016.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
Michael Fewell points out that his corner of Louisiana has seen a remarkable improvement in its fortunes.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Once his visa expired and he had to go back home, his fortunes turned around, as Leganes were ready to sign Diomande to a professional contract.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
It is a remarkable change of fortunes for Zelensky, whose relationship with Trump once seemed irredeemably damaged.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
As people come to her for their palms to be read or their fortunes told, she puts on a show.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
