fortuities

noun

Definition of fortuitiesnext
plural of fortuity
as in uncertainties

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  1. uncertainties
  2. circumstances
  3. accidents
  4. luck
Noun
  • As many Americans begin their holiday festivities, service members are facing uncertainties as a potential government shutdown looms.
    Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
  • For example, a business with predictable cash flow is often seen as more reliable for loan repayment than one that has large fluctuations and uncertainties in its revenue.
    Lechi (Richard) Zhang, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of uncertainties
Noun
  • The owner does have the theoretical option to try to convince a court that building expenses or other circumstances justify a higher rent increase, but few owners will go to the trouble or expense.
    Joshua Stein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Older Americans — who’ve worked hard all our lives — shouldn’t be pushed out onto the streets, forced to go without sufficient food or health care due to unfortunate circumstances.
    Sherlea Dony, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of circumstances
Noun
  • During his tenure, the Federal Railroad Administration audited the railways in the wake of two fatal accidents in 2021 and 2022.
    Zach Everson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This increases the risk of rear-end collisions or accidents in emergencies where rapid braking is required.
    Josh Max, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of accidents
Noun
  • The curse of the Grand Slam floater One of these days Naomi Osaka’s luck with Grand Slam draws is going to change, but Thursday was not that day.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • New research on mice indicates that early life luck can influence adult success, particularly in competitive environments.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of luck
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