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As luck may have it Meaning in English

expression

ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈɫək/ /ˈmeɪ/ /ˈhæv/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
AZ luck MAY HAV it
ˈæs/ /lˈʌk/ /mˈeɪ/ /hæv/ /ˈɪt
AZ luck MAY hav it

Definition

This expression means something happened by chance or with good (or sometimes bad) luck; it was due to fate or coincidence.

Usage & Nuances

This is a slightly formal and old-fashioned way to introduce an event that was affected by luck or coincidence, often positive. Can be used for good or bad luck, but more common for good. Alternative: 'as it happened', 'by chance'. Rare in casual speech.

Example Sentences

As luck may have it, it was sunny on our wedding day.

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As luck may have it, she found the last ticket to the show.

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As luck may have it, the bus arrived just when we needed it.

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As luck may have it, my neighbor turned out to be an old friend from college.

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As luck may have it, we ran into each other right when I needed help.

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As luck may have it, the apartment I wanted was still available.

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