as in accident
an unexpected benefit or advantage resulting from the uncertain course of events
the discovery of oil on their property was just an amazing fluke
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Recent Examples of fluke
But even after significant turnover, Chelmsford aims to prove last year’s run wasn’t a fluke.
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Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
If once is a fluke and twice is a pattern, three times is officially a problem.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
Their sudden, overwhelming success seems like something of a fluke since none of their obvious touchpoints are remotely fashionable.
—Christopher R. Weingarten, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2026
Both Athie, who plays the best friend role with a charming innocence and reserve, and a fiery Haim who holds nothing back and proves Licorice Pizza was no fluke, are superb in support.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
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Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
If once is a fluke and twice is a pattern, three times is officially a problem.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
Their sudden, overwhelming success seems like something of a fluke since none of their obvious touchpoints are remotely fashionable.
—Christopher R. Weingarten, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2026
Both Athie, who plays the best friend role with a charming innocence and reserve, and a fiery Haim who holds nothing back and proves Licorice Pizza was no fluke, are superb in support.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluke
Noun
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The airline has been one of the most successful startups in aviation history, but its rapid growth has been tainted by several accidents and questions about the reliability of its aged fleet.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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Some publications have questioned the value of paying for pet insurance, arguing the premiums will cost most pet owners more in the long run since expensive accidents that lead to high vet bills are rare.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That means runners of all abilities are welcome, their marathon is not timed, and everyone will get the chance to break the finish line tape.—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Batters don’t really have a chance to get too comfortable.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The actress reached for the JW Pei Lucia Top-Handle bag, according to the brand, which, as luck would have it, is currently available on Amazon for less than $100.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Trump believes that working on a transition before an election is bad luck.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Fluke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluke. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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