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)."
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The dragon is said to scare away bad spirits and bring good luck.
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Staff Report, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Adorning yourself in red for good luck?
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
Looking inspired from a good luck message from Madonna this week, Glenn executed a strong triple-triple combination with her second jumping pass.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The red color symbolizes good luck and prosperity, according to Google Arts and Culture.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Feb. 2026
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Staff Report, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Adorning yourself in red for good luck?
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
Looking inspired from a good luck message from Madonna this week, Glenn executed a strong triple-triple combination with her second jumping pass.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The red color symbolizes good luck and prosperity, according to Google Arts and Culture.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for good luck
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“Good luck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20luck. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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