fortunate
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Example Sentences
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We're really fortunate because the football community and Barton Town, they've not forgotten about James.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
People who have savings or investments to tap into are among the more fortunate.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026
Then, they were fortunate enough to play the Arizona Cardinals, a three-win team from last season that gave Darnold’s backup, Drew Lock, plenty of room in a 31-7 victory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
Wildlife, livestock and vegetation are not as fortunate.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
And if I am ever fortunate enough to return to Mr. Bender’s garden, I wonder if the birds will see that piece of him that is wrapped up in me.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
Vocabulary lists containing fortunate
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