as in luck
literary
the unexpected occurrence of or faculty for finding valuable or agreeable things that are not sought
They found each other by pure serendipity.
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Recent Examples of serendipity
Speakers will reflect on legacy as a balancing act between intention and interpretation, control and serendipity, exploring how stories outlive their creators and take on new meaning through audiences.
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2026
That was a key step in many famous instances of serendipity.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
With iconic performances by Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, the film has become a holiday favorite for its warmth, charm, and timeless exploration of love, friendship, and how serendipity sometimes brings the unlikeliest of people together.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
But the letter was also deeply personal, reflecting on his 64-year friendship with the late Charlie Munger and the serendipity of his life in Nebraska.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2025
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2026
That was a key step in many famous instances of serendipity.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
With iconic performances by Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, the film has become a holiday favorite for its warmth, charm, and timeless exploration of love, friendship, and how serendipity sometimes brings the unlikeliest of people together.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
But the letter was also deeply personal, reflecting on his 64-year friendship with the late Charlie Munger and the serendipity of his life in Nebraska.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serendipity
Noun
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The Hurricanes’ close-game luck ran out on Saturday.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Feb. 2026
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That segment was a combination of being in the right place at the right time, luck, smarts, and most of it was shot on my iPhone.—
Sarah Hepola,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The coincidence sparked a wave of commentary on social media.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2026
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Side sleepers with chronic neck pain swear by the Osteo Cervical Pillow, which by no coincidence, is an Amazon best-seller.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Serendipity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serendipity. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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