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
Created by Mara Brock Akil and adapted from Judy Blume’s 1975 novel, Forever captures teenage heart and a coming-of-age for former childhood friends, Keisha Clark and Justin Edwards, who have a serendipitous run-in with each other at a New Year’s Eve party.
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Malik Peay, Essence, 12 June 2025
In a serendipitous moment, Graham, Cooper and De Niro all appeared on BBC talk show The One Show in March as De Niro was promoting The Alto Knights.
—Peter White, Deadline, 11 June 2025
The butterfly effect Llamas landed the Telemundo gig soon after a serendipitous career day at Belen Jesuit Prep when local anchor Louis Aguirre, then with Channel 10, returned to his alma mater.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 1 June 2025
The timing couldn’t have been more serendipitous, according to Chicard, who was born a 20-minute drive from Sancerre.
—Opheli Garcia Lawler, AFAR Media, 29 May 2025
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Malik Peay, Essence, 12 June 2025
In a serendipitous moment, Graham, Cooper and De Niro all appeared on BBC talk show The One Show in March as De Niro was promoting The Alto Knights.
—Peter White, Deadline, 11 June 2025
The butterfly effect Llamas landed the Telemundo gig soon after a serendipitous career day at Belen Jesuit Prep when local anchor Louis Aguirre, then with Channel 10, returned to his alma mater.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 1 June 2025
The timing couldn’t have been more serendipitous, according to Chicard, who was born a 20-minute drive from Sancerre.
—Opheli Garcia Lawler, AFAR Media, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serendipitous
Adjective
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Any resemblance to actual places, events or persons – living or deceased – is purely coincidental and unintentional.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
5 July 2025
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This deviation from the norm surely isn't coincidental.—
Charles Singh,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Most hot-car deaths are accidental Being stressed can increase your likelihood of memory lapses that lead to leaving your child in a car, according to a prominent cognitive neuroscience expert who has researched the function of memory in such tragedies.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Her manner of death was determined to be accidental.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Torn between them, Lily must decide if destiny is leading her toward unexpected love.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite — and a threat to the entire system.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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The headphones provide a private and convenient way to stream audio over Bluetooth while playing guitar.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The zipper is way more convenient than a bag with only one loose latch, and the long handles always stay put on my shoulders.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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The National Weather Service (NWS) issued timely forecasts and warnings in advance of Friday's catastrophic flooding in central Texas, but long-standing staffing concerns—including unfilled leadership positions—remained a source of unease among weather professionals.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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However, a timely goal brought some momentum to their sideline.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Mejia describes a happy childhood, always tinkering and creating.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Keeping your dog safe and happy on an outdoor adventure is about more than just bringing extra water and snacks, too.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside Online,
1 July 2025
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The design process has been in the works since 2021, but the launch comes at an opportune time.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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In 2025, the pending free agent has been the best offensive player on this list, putting together a career year at an opportune time.—
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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European operators are rationing megawatt hours to meet emissions caps, and China plans to burn more coal, partly to cover unforeseen AI demand.—
Guney Yildiz,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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So unless Guerin has something unforeseen up his sleeve to add a center via trade, their best option could be in Tuesday’s opening of free agency, though the options remaining there aren’t exactly of the top-six variety.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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“Serendipitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serendipitous. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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