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Fortuitous

usgb/fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/Volume
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Use 'fortuitous' to describe events that occur unexpectedly and without intention or planning. SlideOur fortuitous discovery of the quaint cafe made our day.
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'Fortuitous' does not suggest positive or negative outcomes, focusing on chance occurrence. SlideThe fortuitous rain interrupted their soccer game.
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While it means by chance, 'fortuitous' often hints at a fortunate outcome more than mere accident. SlideBumping into an old friend was a fortuitous moment.
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