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
Sometimes, those little flaws become serendipitous, as was the case for the two designers below.
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Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
These serendipitous interactions can be the lifeblood of a startup.
—Vikram Joshi, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
To enhance the shopping experience, Naia integrates an artificial intelligence layer with authentic community behavior, providing deep personalization without stripping away the organic, serendipitous excitement of regular discovery.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
That evening was just really serendipitous.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
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Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
These serendipitous interactions can be the lifeblood of a startup.
—Vikram Joshi, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
To enhance the shopping experience, Naia integrates an artificial intelligence layer with authentic community behavior, providing deep personalization without stripping away the organic, serendipitous excitement of regular discovery.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
That evening was just really serendipitous.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
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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
Adjective
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The New York Times later confirmed that reporting through more anonymous US officials, including one official who said US military investigators were still evaluating whether the Iranian drone strike on the helicopter was intentional or accidental.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
10 June 2026
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The search warrant obtained by ABC News shows that federal agents were instructed to look for anything that would indicate violations of a law to prevent the accidental release of extremely hazardous substances into the air.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
10 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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This time, however, the Hurricanes had the defense and timely saves by Brandon Bussi, who head coach Rod Brind’Amour went with over Frederik Anderson, and the decision paid off.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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Riders should be able to call and report a situation that needs attention, and the problem should be dealt with in a timely manner.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 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 Paragon's layout benefits from opportune timing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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Yum Brands' shares are trading at a discount, making now an opportune time for investors to add the Taco Bell owner to their portfolios, according to Morgan Stanley.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
3 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 16 Jun. 2026.
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