Fortune

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Meaning: a great amount of money

Example: Do not spend a fortune on the gifts to make others happy. Read more ➺

Meaning: making a lot of progress

Example: Our team has won eleven out of our twelve matches this season. We are on a roll. Read more ➺

Meaning: to say that when a person tries to do something, it works out at the third attempt

Example: The fellow finally managed to pass his exam. As they say, third time's a charm. Read more ➺

Meaning: tap knuckle on wood in order to avoid bad luck

Example: I am expecting a promotion and a big pay hike this year, touch wood. Read more ➺

Meaning: good luck

Example: "Break a leg!" shouted the stage director to his actors before the beginning of the play. Read more ➺

Meaning: the misfortune which turns out to have advantages

Example: Losing that job turned out to be a blessing in disguise for him as it forced him to plunge into business. Read more ➺