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Fortune

I was reflecting on the meaning of the word fortune today.

On the one hand, fortune represents chance or luck. On the other, it also represents a large amount of money.

Having a fortune typically requires a non-trivial amount of luck.

The two meanings fit together beautifully.

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Posted on June 21, 2025June 19, 2025Author alearningadayCategories Everything else

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