Unluck

To experience or be subject to bad luck, misfortune, or unfavorable circumstances. This verb encompasses the feeling of receiving adverse outcomes, experiencing unfortunate events, or being in a situation where things go wrong. It often implies a sense of helplessness or frustration stemming from factors beyond one's control, leading to disappointment or loss. The intensity of 'unluck' can vary, ranging from minor inconveniences to significant hardship. The term is somewhat archaic or used less frequently compared to phrases like "have bad luck" or "be unlucky" but conveys a direct acknowledgement of experiencing ill fortune.

Unluck meaning with examples

• Despite months of careful planning, the expedition unfortunately **unlucked**, with a sudden storm destroying their supplies, forcing them to return. It was a crushing blow, as they'd invested so much time and resources into the venture, believing success was assured.
• After securing the deal, the company began to unluck, as a key supplier went bankrupt, causing production delays, loss of profits and eroding client confidence. The initial positive momentum was abruptly halted by these unexpected and unwelcome events.
• The gambler seemed to unluck at every turn, losing bet after bet even when odds appeared favourable. He blamed the cards, the roulette wheel, and even the atmosphere, as though fortune were actively conspiring against him.
• The new restaurant seemed to unluck from the start; plagued by plumbing issues and a constant shortage of staff and low attendance. A local businessman could not invest in time to fix it, making the situation even worse.
• As a result of the political climate the business venture **unlucked** when the new government announced a tax hike on imports, that caused the firm to take a hit. Although they took the necessary precaustions for a bad outcome.