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Synonyms

in luck

Idioms  

  1. Fortunate, enjoying success, as in You're in luck—we found your car keys. [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

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If you’re planning a cruise vacation in the coming months, you’re in luck.

From The Wall Street Journal

The storekeeper smiled and said, “You’re in luck. I just got in a half bushel of them. They’re still in the storeroom. How many do you want?”

From Literature

Dad said he didn’t believe in luck, but it sort of seemed like he did.

From Literature

“You’re in luck. We’re starting our big ‘Science in Driftaway Beach’ project today.

From Literature

“You’re in luck. I just finished up a batch of croissants, but there’s also shepherd’s pie if you want. The temp really dropped tonight, right?”

From Literature

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