second chance

American

[sek-uhnd chans] / ˈsɛk ənd ˈtʃæns /

noun

another opportunity to try something after previously failing.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

second-chance

adjective

Inflected Forms

noun

second chances

plural

Example Sentences

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At Monday’s keynote, Apple will get a second chance to show users it can make Siri smarter and more contextually aware.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Investors are offering Apple a rare second chance to get AI right.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Huntington Beach is making the most of its second chance in postseason high school baseball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Is it ever too late for a second chance?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

I am having a second chance at life.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai

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