good luck
idiom
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
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But the addressing of root causes — well, good luck uprooting them, some of them.
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 29 Apr. 2024
And good luck with that because free or cheaper options across the country, such as Little League, have been reporting shrinkage for years.
—Adam Minter, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2024
According to ancient Chinese traditions, feng shui wind chimes are a symbol of good luck and also bring good energy to your home—which might be a valid reason to hang this Temple Wind Chime outdoors.
—Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
Terry’s story counts as an example of good luck favoring the prepared mind.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2024
Well, that s--- might fly in the city, good luck / Try that in a small town.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2024
Avila brings 15-0 record to bullpen In need of coverage out of their bullpen, the Giants added a good luck charm with a roster move before Monday’s game.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2024
Owing to the city’s excellent vantage for witnessing a rare total eclipse, nearly every room in every hotel in the region is booked, the campgrounds are almost full and good luck finding a rental car anywhere along the Erie Canal.
—Sarah Maslin Nir, New York Times, 23 Mar. 2024
Pro: It can be looked at as a good luck charm, considering the ending had to be rewritten when the Sox won their first World Series in 86 years.
—Derek Lawrence, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2024
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 29 Apr. 2024
And good luck with that because free or cheaper options across the country, such as Little League, have been reporting shrinkage for years.
—Adam Minter, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2024
According to ancient Chinese traditions, feng shui wind chimes are a symbol of good luck and also bring good energy to your home—which might be a valid reason to hang this Temple Wind Chime outdoors.
—Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
Terry’s story counts as an example of good luck favoring the prepared mind.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2024
Well, that s--- might fly in the city, good luck / Try that in a small town.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2024
Avila brings 15-0 record to bullpen In need of coverage out of their bullpen, the Giants added a good luck charm with a roster move before Monday’s game.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2024
Owing to the city’s excellent vantage for witnessing a rare total eclipse, nearly every room in every hotel in the region is booked, the campgrounds are almost full and good luck finding a rental car anywhere along the Erie Canal.
—Sarah Maslin Nir, New York Times, 23 Mar. 2024
Pro: It can be looked at as a good luck charm, considering the ending had to be rewritten when the Sox won their first World Series in 86 years.
—Derek Lawrence, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2024
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“Good luck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20luck. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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