good luck

phrase

1

—used to say that one hopes someone will succeed

We're sorry that you're leaving. Good luck in your new job.

2

informal

—used to say that one thinks what someone is trying to do is difficult or impossible

"I'm planning to ask for a raise." "Oh, really? Well, good luck (to you)."

Examples of good luck in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The final day of the month sees Jupiter (the planet of good luck and expansion) in Leo making a harmonious trine to Saturn (the planet of discipline and structure) in Aries. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026

Now good luck in your job search, because chances are you’ll need it. — Yasmin Vossoughian, NBC news, 30 July 2026

In a new interview with Bustle published on Wednesday, July 29, the reality star and designer reflected on her viral game-day accessory, which became not only a good luck charm for her, but for the entire Knicks fan base. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

There’s a football proverb so old that, well, good luck attempting to find its original source. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Rhymes for good luck

• amok
• amuck
• awestruck
• dumbstruck
• potluck
• roebuck
• unstuck
• woodchuck
• chuck
• cluck
• duck
• huck