stroke of bad luck

Example Sentences

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The idea, which took root quickly among users and influencers, is that America is a tough place to survive because a single stroke of bad luck can derail your life.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

It’s the latest stroke of bad luck for Roff, who suffered an arm injury against Wisconsin on Sept. 9, missed the next three games, then returned Oct.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2023

The earlier, forgivable error had been compounded by a huge stroke of bad luck.

From Washington Post • Apr. 22, 2022

Nor does he form many enduring friendships — due partly to a horrifying stroke of bad luck — nor any work experience useful for life back East.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2021

Or have we just had a stroke of bad luck?

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank