fortunate
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I was diagnosed with HSD earlier this year, and know I am fortunate to have made this discovery at 24 years old, and not years later, like many sufferers.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
But they taught my siblings and me not to be ashamed of our roots and to give to those less fortunate, a philosophy that Parton practiced to the end of her 80 years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
In the NFL, top players are drafted in an order designed to reward the least fortunate first and the most fortunate last.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
The AI surge came at a fortunate time.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
“We are fortunate that the debils spared our homes and our lives,” she answered.
From "Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina" by Michaela DePrince
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