by chance, by accident, by misfortune
1. occurring by accident or chance; happening unexpectedly or unfortunately
I ran into an old friend by chance at the store.
Encontrei uma velha amiga por azar na loja.
2. unfortunately; as bad luck would have it
By misfortune, the train was delayed.
Por azar, o trem estava atrasado.
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