Luck Idioms and Expressions | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

Strike while the iron is hot.

To act immediately because now is the ideal time to do it. "The price of property has dropped. You should strike while the iron is hot."

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Swap points!

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A happy go-lucky-person.

Does not plan much and accepts what happens without becoming worried. "He's always been a happy-go-lucky guy."

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To luck out.

To be fortunate. "I lucked out in my art history class by having a photographic memory and consistent study habits."

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Born under a lucky star.

When someone seems to be very fortunate.“I can’t believe that Dave is being fast-tracked to the management position. He really was born under a lucky star!"

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Strike gold.

To find exactly what you need; satisfaction, wealth, happiness... "I think she struck gold this time in her new job. It suits her perfectly."

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Third time's a charm.

After failing at something twice, you will succeed on the third try. “Yes, I’m so glad that worked. The third time really is the charm!"

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Go to last place!

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Push your luck.

To take a big risk hoping to achieve success. "I pushed my luck with that project and the tight deadlines. I'm glad it went well in the end."

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That ship has sailed.

A particular opportunity has passed by and now it's too late. "Sorry, that ship has sailed - you missed your chance!"

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As luck would have it.

To say that something happened purely by chance. "We ran out of food at the party but as luck would have it, a nearby takeaway was open that day."

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The luck of the draw.

An outcome based on pure chance. "The luck of the draw had it that I had no choice but to buy a small car instead of my dream car."

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The best of the British to you.

Wishing someone good luck even though you believe they may not be successful. “You’re going to ask for a raise? The best of British to you!”

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Lucky streak.

Lucky streak is a period of continual luck. "I don’t usually win when I play cards but I have won the last 5 games. I hope this lucky streak continues."

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