chances (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃænsɪz/
Definition
The likelihood of something happening or being the case.
Examples
The chances of rain tomorrow are high.
What are the chances of finding a parking spot downtown?
How to Use chances
- chance of (prepositional phrase)
- The probability that a specific event will occur. — "There is a good chance of success if we work together."
- take a chance (idiom)
- To do something risky or uncertain. — "She decided to take a chance and quit her job to start her own business."
- by chance (idiom)
- Happening or done in an unplanned or accidental way. — "We met by chance at the airport after not seeing each other for years."
- leave to chance (idiom)
- To not plan something, hoping it will happen successfully by accident. — "You can't leave the success of your project to chance; you need a solid plan."
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