in luck

/ɪn lˈʌk/

[phrase]

in luck

[PHRASE]

used to refer to a situation in which one can have what they desire or need

What is the origin of the idiom "be in luck" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "in luck" is believed to be from the Middle English word "luc", meaning "chance" or "fortune". This word is derived from the Old French word "luc", which also means "chance" or "fortune". The idiom "in luck" is used to describe someone who is fortunate or lucky. The phrase "in luck" is often used in informal conversation to describe a situation where someone is experiencing good fortune or luck.

Examples

1. He needed a new computer, and he was in luck - there was a sale at the electronics store.

2. The student was struggling with a difficult math problem, but she happened to come across a helpful video tutorial online - she found herself in luck!

3. If you want to learn more about noise pollution, you’re in luck, because we’ve got a whole separate video about how it affects humans.

4. Well, you’re in luck.

Nearby words

on the right lines

be getting on

fed up to the back teeth with

be made for each other

be meat and drink to

be on back