unlucky

Example Sentences

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Yet it is too simplistic to say that Powell was simply very unlucky.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

They may be lucky with the amount they earn on their savings; they may be unlucky.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

James might consider himself unlucky to battle the No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder without the aid of his co-star, except for one detail: The Lakers are far from alone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The 6-foot-7 forward hadn’t played more than 66 games in a season during his first three years in the NBA, often beset by nagging or unlucky injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“Maybe we could do something to help the blokova balance her hand. Three is such an unlucky number,” Shifre said.

From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen