happy accident

Example Sentences

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But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

And then the happy accident of that is that you get to be more present because of value that it’s actually adding on top of what your phone can already do.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

"It was my inaccurate time keeping that created a happy accident," Banks said.

From BBC • May 22, 2025

It allows for the happy accident, the unexpected discovery.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2023

That idea of genius loci—the spirit of a place—comes as a happy accident.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith