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 timing is serendipitous for Johnson, whose comedic fast lane accelerated yet again last month when a YouTube clip of a recent tour stop went viral for his quick-witted take on loneliness among men.
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Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Yet, while these moments feel serendipitous, experts say instant connections don't always translate to long-term success.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
Brown’s journey as a whiskey baker was both serendipitous and almost a step back in time.
—Jeanette Hurt, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Yet, while these moments feel serendipitous, experts say instant connections don't always translate to long-term success.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
Brown’s journey as a whiskey baker was both serendipitous and almost a step back in time.
—Jeanette Hurt, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serendipitous
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The magic number of three — however coincidental and inaccurate — was too much for the internet to resist.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
23 July 2025
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The Economic Catalyst The timing isn’t coincidental.—
Kristen Classi-Zummo,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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An accidental entrepreneur Epic’s Deep Space Auditorium.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
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Investigators concluded that Gupta, as the parent caring for Aria at the time, caused her death and staged accidental drowning.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Pierson’s rise, powered in part by promoting her one-time net worth estimate from Forbes, almost led her into an unexpected deal… Forbes itself.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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When an unexpected request comes from a dissident singer in hiding, his solitude and routine is broken — and so is to an extent his passivity.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Air fryers, which function like compact convection ovens, are a convenient way to bake for people with limited kitchen space.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the early to mid-2010’s, food trucks and fast-casual restaurants surged in popularity due to their more convenient ways of eating fresh food.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This allows for timely maintenance interventions and better prioritization of limited resources.—
David Roberts,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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As Screen Scotland doubled its development investment earlier this summer with the launch of its £1.2 million ($1.6 million) Talent Builder scheme, the move was welcomed as a timely expansion of early-career support.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Russo, who's written more than a dozen books, appeared to be as happy as if anyone else had said this to him.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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While longtime fans of the ship are still mourning the loss of the SS United States to the bottom of the ocean, some were happy with the new museum design update.—
Danny Freeman,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The announcement couldn’t come at a more opportune time because Monica is hitting the road with co-headliner Brandy for their anticipated The Boy Is Mine Tour.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
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Eli Lilly ’s earnings report on Thursday morning comes at an opportune time.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
3 Aug. 2025
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Miami’s departure is an unforeseen blow, and the timing could not be more ironic.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Brighton Recreation Area Bishop Lake: The modern campground is closed for electrical and road upgrades, with the reopening delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, per the DNR's website.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Serendipitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serendipitous. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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