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learner1



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PostPosted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 12:50 pm    Post subject: unfortunate/unlucky Reply with quote
Hello,

The unfortunate/unlucky loss of his passport caused him lots of trouble.

Is 'unfortunate' or 'unlucky' fine here?
Is there any difference between them if they are both fine?

Thanks a lot.
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Bob S.



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PostPosted: Wed Jun 04, 2008 11:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Both are fine, and in this context they mean the same thing.
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PostPosted: Wed Jun 04, 2008 12:53 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Thank you very much, Bob S.
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