fluky

adjective

ˈflü-kē How to pronounce fluky (audio)
variants also flukey
Definition of flukynext
1
as in lucky
coming or happening by good luck especially unexpectedly a fluky coincidence that kept me safely at home when the blizzard hit

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2
as in accidental
happening by chance the fluky selection of consecutive numbers on consecutive days of the lottery

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Recent Examples of fluky Fears of a Democratic shutout in June’s top-two primary and a fluky Republican being elected — which were always overwrought — have faded dramatically. — Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026 Most notably, Miami’s unlikely run to the 2023 Finals featured some of the flukiest hot shooting in recent NBA history. — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 6 May 2026 Philadelphia responded behind Bump and Sanheim, but Letang's fluky score late in the second was the difference. — ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026 McDavid’s only goal was a somewhat fluky power-play tally that glanced off defenseman Pavel Mintyukov’s stick. — Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluky
  1. lucky
  2. accidental
  3. happy
  4. unexpected
  5. fortunate
Adjective
  • Those of you who've never had to work inside a tank or similar armored combat vehicle can count yourselves lucky.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
  • When the cast visited Japan in March 2025, Mystery Channel hosted a special event attended by 270 lucky fans chosen from applicants nationwide, giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with the cast.
    — Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of lucky
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  • The task for the printmakers, led by Erik Hougen, Jeremy Ruiz, and Tom Smith, was to reproduce the jottings, corrections, and accidental smears on Safdie’s notecard as faithfully as possible, and also to scale it up in size.
    — Bruce Handy, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Good news for Boeing, but could this accidental monopoly be a potential disaster waiting to happen?
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of accidental
Adjective
  • With Heather finally in a happy relationship, perhaps others had to sacrifice theirs to keep the balance.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The report also highlights interest in happy-hour dining and value-focused restaurant experiences, suggesting diners want memorable outings without necessarily paying for a full dinner.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of happy
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  • The pom-pom sandals at Givenchy were wonderful, fun, unexpected and exactly what fashion lovers are looking for from a spring runway show.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Be especially cautious about unexpected texts or calls that arrive afterward.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of unexpected
Adjective
  • Advertisement The same technology that is delivering fortunes in Silicon Valley can also deliver help to the least fortunate.
    — David Miliband, Time, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Regardless, while the series might have had fluky components, between Milwaukee's fortunate luck on balls in play, runners in scoring position performance and pitching outcomes, the ultimate series result was anything but.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of fortunate

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“Fluky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluky. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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