The store is closed, so we are shit out of luck.
shit out of luck
idiomCompletely out of luck; in unfortunate circumstances such that all options for achieving one's goal are exhausted; unlucky; screwed.
I forgot my wallet at home, so I am shit out of luck for buying lunch today.
When the final train departed before they reached the platform, the travelers realized they were shit out of luck for the night.
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and shit
Used after one or more listed objects, attributes or processes to indicate additional others.
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as luck may have it
Synonym of as luck would have it (“by chance, luckily”).
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be in luck
To be lucky in getting something that one wants.
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beat the shit out of
To beat (someone) severely.
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better luck next time
Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.
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devil's luck
astounding good luck.
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does the Pope shit in the woods
Obviously! Rhetorical question in response to a question where the answer is an emphatic yes.
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don't shit where you eat
One should not cause trouble in places, groups, or situations that one holds as important or necessary to one's happiness or well-being.
Last updated April 17, 2026