run of luck
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The recent run of luck and strong returns raises an important question, he said: “What happens when the inevitable pendulum swings back and even more expensive catastrophe activity returns?”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
But he could still put an end to his opponent’s improbable run of luck.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2024
He doesn’t really think the run of luck will last.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 27, 2021
Julia Fox’s progression from downtown Manhattan persona to actress in the new Adam Sandler movie “Uncut Gems” might sound like an impressive run of luck.
From New York Times ● Dec. 9, 2019
“I’m sorry, honey. I knew you’d get the bends. Think I’d tangled with a bull. But I was having such a run of luck it seemed like I ought to let it ride.”
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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