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Serendipity

Definition

(formal) The occurrence of finding something valuable or delightful when you are not looking for it; the act of discovering something pleasant or useful without intentionally trying to do so. Often used to describe the happy accident of stumbling upon an unexpected opportunity or insight.

Example Sentences

1The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming is a famous example of serendipity in scientific research.
2While browsing through a used bookstore, she experienced a moment of serendipity when she stumbled upon a rare edition of her favourite novel.
3The company's success was largely due to the serendipity of its founders, who met by chance at a conference and went on to develop a revolutionary new product.
4Serendipity played a significant role in the development of the internet, as many of its key features were discovered by accident rather than by design.
5In an age of algorithm-driven search engines, the joy of serendipity is often lost, as we are less likely to stumble upon unexpected gems and surprises.

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