good luck

idiom

—used to say that one hopes someone will succeed

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

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 There was a 50+ carat colorless white diamond hanging from the mouth and the eyes are made of emeralds, which are known to be a spiritual stone with healing powers and good luck. —

Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 11 July 2024 The festivities usually include a haldi ceremony, where guests apply turmeric paste on the bride and groom’s arms and face for good luck and protection from evil spirits. —

Rhea Mogul, CNN, 3 July 2024 Alas, not even fiction can insure that a handsome face guarantees a life of good luck. —

Cressida Leyshon, The New Yorker, 30 June 2024 By Rebecca Schneid June 8, 2024 11:05 AM EDT In a new letter, Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, apologized to the Irish Guards—a Foot Guards regiment of the British Army—for missing today’s final rehearsal of the annual Trooping the Colour event and wished the regiment good luck. —

Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 8 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for good luck

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