luckily

American

[luhk-uh-lee] / ˈlʌk ə li /

adverb

by good luck; fortunately.

Luckily we had enough money.

Etymology

Origin of luckily

First recorded in 1520–30; lucky ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

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He was rushed to hospital, which luckily had enough antivenom to treat him.

From BBC

The teenager is also immersed in TikTok videos but "doesn't seem very nervous, luckily, as much as maybe we are", she added.

From Barron's

There was a first-aid kit at the bottom, and luckily it was still stocked with bandages and antiseptic wipes and Tylenol.

From Literature

"But luckily, because it's in my pocket, I can have a look at the screen, press a couple of button and keep moving. It's made a lot easier these days."

From BBC

The Rock is nominated tonight, and luckily for him, the TV show The Paper is not, so he might win.

From BBC

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