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."

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."

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."