hard luck
Example Sentences
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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
The time for hard luck stories and excuses has gone.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2024
It’s possible hard luck played a role in the death disparities too.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2023
“We just thought it was a hard luck story,” Lim said.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2022
Ten children and a lot of hard luck had worn him down, had worn away most of the arrogance he came to this country with.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
