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.

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Example Sentences

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chance it

But if he gets a chance, it will be instructive for United's coaches to see how he copes with senior opponents.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

We’ve already seen bullish corporate perspectives from retailers, credit card issuers and hotels; given Costco’s slightly more well-heeled core shoppers, there’s a decent chance it will echo that sentiment.

From Barron's ● May 26, 2026

“If I get the chance, it is my duty to speak for Taiwanese society,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

There’s a strong chance it will never get finished.

From Salon ● May 20, 2026

And in the case of the latter move, there was a good chance it would not even cause blindness.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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