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just my luck
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used to say that one is used to something bad happening to one, due to having bad luck
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "just my luck" and when to use it?
The phrase "just my luck" is an informal idiom used to express a sense of disappointment, frustration, or resignation when something goes wrong or an unfortunate event occurs. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, but it has been in use for a long time, reflecting the common human experience of encountering unexpected problems or misfortunes.
Examples
They sold the last ticket five minutes before I got there - just my luck!
After missing the last bus home, he muttered, " Just my luck, " and prepared for a long walk.
