fluky

adjective

ˈflü-kē How to pronounce fluky (audio)
variants also flukey
Definition of flukynext
1
as in lucky
coming or happening by good luck especially unexpectedly a fluky coincidence that kept me safely at home when the blizzard hit

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2
as in accidental
happening by chance the fluky selection of consecutive numbers on consecutive days of the lottery

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Recent Examples of fluky Can’t get too tied up into it, fluky outcomes and stuff like that. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2026 The Dash’s second goal was less fluky. — Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2026 Fears of a Democratic shutout in June’s top-two primary and a fluky Republican being elected — which were always overwrought — have faded dramatically. — Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026 Most notably, Miami’s unlikely run to the 2023 Finals featured some of the flukiest hot shooting in recent NBA history. — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluky
  1. lucky
  2. accidental
  3. happy
  4. unexpected
  5. fortunate
Adjective
  • The Horned Frogs were lucky to reach the extra period after allowing Louisiana-Monroe to shoot 57% from the field and 48% from 3 in regulation.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Old and poorly designed roads are lucky to handle 3 or 4 inches.
    — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of lucky
Adjective
  • The medical examiner ruled his death accidental, with several secondary causes listed, including heat stress, tachycardia and osteoporosis.
    — Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
  • However, accidental damage and unrelated screen repairs may fall under different coverage terms.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of accidental
Adjective
  • The service Employees here lead with friendliness, and guests are made to feel not just welcomed but like staff are genuinely happy to see them.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
  • After a few minutes of chitchat, Martinez hopped inside a giant gorilla suit with Lezama’s help and pranced around in front of the lot to happy honks from cars passing by.
    — Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of happy
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  • Initially, there’s a light, playful energy to the arrangement, but as the song progresses, the orchestration projects, and a full symphony emerges, infusing the piece with an unexpected intensity and dramatic power.
    — Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The backlash directed at me on social media was not unexpected, especially from MAGA-centric followers of Ryan who lauded him for calling out the vile media that dared criticize his stadium.
    — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of unexpected
Adjective
  • In New Zealand, our eyes were fortunate enough to get a look at Te Arai Links for the Asia-Pacific Amateur.
    — Mark Harris OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • And yet the Knicks needed to flip a switch, bank on chance, be fortunate enough that their opponent decided to take the ball and throw it into the stands for nearly an entire quarter.
    — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of fortunate

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“Fluky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluky. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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