as in coincidental
happening because of good luck or chance
After not seeing each other for ten years, we had a serendipitous reunion on the street one day.
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Recent Examples of serendipitous
The land fell out of Mitsui hands in 1945, before, in a serendipitous twist, it was purchased by their real estate company in 2015—paving the way for its reinvention as the Mitsui hotel flagship.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Through these juxtapositions and serendipitous encounters, they are given agency to make their own connections, setting up a challenging tension and offering a new paradigm for museums.
—Time, 2 June 2026
Sometimes, those little flaws become serendipitous, as was the case for the two designers below.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
These serendipitous interactions can be the lifeblood of a startup.
—Vikram Joshi, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Through these juxtapositions and serendipitous encounters, they are given agency to make their own connections, setting up a challenging tension and offering a new paradigm for museums.
—Time, 2 June 2026
Sometimes, those little flaws become serendipitous, as was the case for the two designers below.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
These serendipitous interactions can be the lifeblood of a startup.
—Vikram Joshi, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for serendipitous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for serendipitous
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When Krause said the four town halls being in the midst of a contentious election season was coincidental, Simmons denied having planned any political activity for the town halls.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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Brittany Bell jokes that doctorate dissertation is 'coincidental' Bell, who also has a bachelor's degree from Arizona State University and a master's degree from Pepperdine University, spoke about her doctoral dissertation in the February 2025 interview.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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In a joint statement posted to Facebook on Tuesday, the Defiance County Sheriff's Office and the Defiance County Prosecutor's Office said the boy died in an accidental shooting on Saturday.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Lineage Logistics has previously been accused of failing to comply with safety regulations to prevent the accidental release of anhydrous ammonia.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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But in mid-June, Turner was already a three-win player, combining his usual offensive prowess with an unexpected improvement with the glove.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The chance encounter highlights how police work can take unexpected turns, even during assignments unrelated to violent crime.—
CBS News Philadelphia Staff,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Disinfecting wipes make everyday cleaning feel effortless, but even the most convenient products have limitations.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
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The explanation is easy and politically convenient.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Last week, officials with the California’s Fair Political Practices Commission determined that 36 donations that Newsom solicited to the California Fire Foundation weren’t reported in a timely fashion and fined him $31,500.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Constraints curb the capital investments necessary for the timely reparation of outdated systems and crumbling infrastructure within the state’s current funding regime.—
Dr. Andraé Townsel,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
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The day shift also starts making factory-work jokes, with Rekha playing a perky do-bee who just wants to make the boss happy, and Lily adopting an agitator role, demanding workman’s comp and trying to spark revolt.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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At a waterfront resort, there's always something to keep everyone in the family happy.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The news couldn't have come at a more opportune time, as the world is seemingly on the brink of nuclear war for reasons completely unrelated to the alien conspiracies at the heart of the film.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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The Paragon's layout benefits from opportune timing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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The Blossom Festival in Saratoga was cancelled this year due to unforeseen circumstances, according to an announcement by the city.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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An additional $5 billion would cover unforeseen costs, according to the White House.—
Darlene Superville,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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“Serendipitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serendipitous. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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