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

With Jordyn Woods’ lucky orange bag going viral during the Knicks’ incredible playoffs run last season, WWD had to know if Brunson has anything similar in her own wardrobe that brings good luck to the games. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026

Their brief encounter leads Tanya to purchase a beautiful antique glass snowflake which, unbeknownst to her or Jason, is a good luck charm that carries a generations-old Christmas tradition. — Rachel Labonte, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026

Its hexagonal skeleton evokes a tortoiseshell, a symbol of longevity and good luck in Japanese culture. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026

Some believe eating cat meat brings good luck, though there is no scientific evidence for such claims. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for good luck

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