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Wordabulary

fortunately

Pronunciation
Adverb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Used to say that something good happened, especially by luck.

"Fortunately, no one was hurt in the accident."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

luckily

Antonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "_____, no one was hurt in the accident."

Answer: fortunately

In your own words, what does "fortunately" mean?

Used to say that something good happened, especially by luck.

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