lay odds

Idioms and Phrases

Make a bet on terms favorable to the other party, as in I'll lay odds that it will rain before the week is out . [c. 1600] The closely related lay a wager means “make a bet,” as in He laid a wager that Don would be late . [c. 1300]

Example Sentences

I know you'll choose a good girl—and a pretty one too, I'll lay odds!

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The rest of 'em took to their heels, you may lay odds on that.

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And I'll lay odds we can feel the heat o' the sun in the east and west enough to make a fair guess at the course.

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If Wheeler's cavalry is in this vicinity you can lay odds on it that all the inhabitants of this wild territory know it.

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"I'll lay odds that you put up a good fight," the Lieutenant said, pleasantly.

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Related Words

• pony up
• speculate
• wager