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fortuitous

[fawr-too-i-tuhs, -tyoo-] / fɔrˈtu ɪ təs, -ˈtju- /


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It still is, making this month’s arrival of the long-awaited movie sequel “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” feel especially fortuitous.

From Salon Jul. 8, 2026

Reflecting on the fortuitous find, she said the fortune behind her discovery was not lost on her.

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

His decision, at age 26, to keep a diary from the first day of 1660 was fortuitous, giving generations an insight into the life of that era’s London well-to-do.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 5, 2026

Against the bullish backdrop, the IPO could turn out to be fortuitous, or an omen.

From Barron's Jun. 3, 2026

It was a fortuitous partnership, for Livingston’s skills neatly complemented Lawrence’s.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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