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A streak of luck Meaning in English

expression

uh-STREEK-uhv-LUHK
uh-STREEK-OV-LUK

Definition

A period of time when someone experiences a series of lucky events or positive outcomes one after another.

Usage & Nuances

Typically used informally to describe several lucky incidents in a row—can be positive ('a streak of luck') or negative ('a streak of bad luck'). Common with verbs like 'have', 'hit', 'break'. 'Streak' here means a continuous series, not just one event.

Example Sentences

He is having a streak of luck at work this month.

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She won three games in a row—she’s on a streak of luck!

basic

After losing, he finally broke a streak of luck.

basic

I've been on a streak of luck lately—everything just goes my way.

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Don’t get too comfortable; a streak of luck doesn’t last forever.

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He hopes his streak of luck will help him win the lottery this time.

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