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This year’s squad has also had some hard luck, with two starters missing the ACC Tournament through injury.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

Tidewater gobies are a hardy fish fallen on hard luck.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2025

But now, with just 10 matches remaining, they need significantly more than goodwill and hard luck.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2024

Early on as a pro, Looney endured his share of hard luck.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2022

Too much hard luck can create a permanent meanness of spirit in any creature.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls