strike me lucky
The phrase 'strike me lucky' is an informal exclamation primarily used in Australian and British English to express surprise or astonishment. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly through the acts of Australian comedian Roy Rene.
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Definition
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(informal, Australian English, British English)An exclamation used to express surprise or astonishment.
Example
- Strike me lucky, I can't believe we won the lottery!
- When he saw the size of the fish he had caught, he exclaimed, 'Strike me lucky!'
Similar
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