take a chance
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What are your ways of scouting out bands you want to take a chance on when booking the festival?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
Davies said other factors included drivers relying on car sat-navs, unsuitable diversion routes and, in some cases, motorists deciding to "take a chance".
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
Veiga was selected and caught the eye of a scout, who decided to take a chance on him.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
The many opportunities now to strike it big are also enticing teenagers to download these apps and take a chance.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 17, 2026
“If she don’t throw it at me, Ah’ll take a chance on cornin’ back,” he announced, making gestures to indicate he was hidden behind a post.
From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
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