No such luck

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phrase

Used to express that something one had hoped for didn't happen or isn't likely to happen.

I was hoping that the rain would stop, but no such luck.
Visual representation of "no such luck" - Used to express that something one had hoped for didn't happen or isn't likely to happen

Often appears as...

  • hoped for no such luck
  • wanted no such luck

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Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "no such luck"
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Emotional Nuance

Expresses disappointment without being too serious. Shows you had hope, but you're accepting reality.

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I'd hoped to see her at the party, but no such luck.
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Conversational Tone

Mostly used in casual conversations and spoken English, rather than in formal writing or speeches.

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I checked again for your missing keys, no such luck though.
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Common Pairings

Often follows verbs like 'hoped', 'wanted', or 'expected', referring to an outcome that did not occur.

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We expected a bonus this year, but no such luck.
Visual representation of the word "No such luck"

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