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Synonyms

chance it

Idioms  

  1. Take the risk or hazard of, as in I don't know if there's a later bus but let's chance it. The verb to chance alone was so used for a time, as in Let's just chance the rain—I'm not buying a new umbrella! [Late 1800s] Also see take a chance.

Example Sentences

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If you have travel insurance, there is a chance it includes conflict-related disruption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

However, power generation capabilities aren’t infinite, and as AI becomes more widespread, there is a greater chance it will outstrip the electricity available.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

If they can take that chance, it will give them confidence for the rest of the series.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

That belated question drew wide attention to her appeal, even though there was little or no chance it would be seriously considered by the high court.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2025

“The bacterial cultures will take a few days to grow, and there’s still a chance it will grow in her sputum. But as of now...”

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott

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