fortunate
Usage
Example Sentences
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“It infuriates her. It doesn’t make me mad. I feel very fortunate that I can make time during the day and do these things.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026
Rodney Clarke, for example, is fortunate to have an exceptionally engaged and positive family.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026
Astronomers were able to look deep inside Shadow Blaster thanks to a fortunate alignment with another galaxy positioned between it and Earth.
From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026
Angus Gunn – Very fortunate not to concede after spilling a fairly routine shot.
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
It was fortunate for us, I suppose, that his wide circle of acquaintance included few people whom he saw on a regular basis.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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