fair shake
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of fair shake
An Americanism dating back to 1820–30
Example Sentences
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Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa shared earlier this week that she hopes to give Hegseth a fair shake away from the noise of reports in the media.
From Salon ● Dec. 15, 2024
For all that he and other merchants have contributed to local culture and commerce, and the city treasury, he says he wants a fair shake in return.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2024
We need a fair shake because this is the biggest fight in heavyweight history.
From BBC ● May 16, 2024
Hall argued Karamo never got a fair shake: “As soon as she was elected, people were trying to get her out of her seat.”
From Slate ● May 6, 2024
Already I was determined, I guess, to give Africa a fair shake.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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