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4.4.5.1Lucky  

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  • Use this domain for words related to being lucky.

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  • What words refer to being lucky on a particular occasion? lucky, fortunate, be in luck, have the good fortune to do something, fall on your feet, be in the right place at the right time, luck out. What words refer to being lucky all the time? lucky, fortunate, some people have all the luck, lead a charmed life, not know you're born, it's all right for some. What words describe something good that happens as a result of good luck? lucky, fortunate, miraculous, a good thing, a good job, stroke of luck, fluke. What words refer to something that makes good things happen to someone? luck, a run of good luck. What words describe something that makes you lucky? lucky (charm/number/day). What words indicate that something bad did not happen as a result of luck? luckily, fortunately, happily. What words refer to something that seems unlucky but turns out to be good? blessing in disguise. What do people say when they hope someone will be lucky? wish someone luck, good luck, best of luck. What do people say to try to prevent bad luck? knock on wood, touch wood, keep your fingers crossed.

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  • 4.4.5.1

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