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odds

noun

Meaning

The probability that something will happen, especially as expressed in a ratio or by the difference between the number of favorable and unfavorable outcomes.

Examples

The odds of winning the lottery are very low.
Bookmakers set the odds for each horse in the race.

Synonyms: likelihood, chance, probability, prospect

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odds (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɒdz/

Definition

The probability that something will happen, especially as expressed in a ratio or by the difference between the number of favorable and unfavorable outcomes.

Examples

The odds of winning the lottery are very low.
Bookmakers set the odds for each horse in the race.
What are the odds that he will actually show up on time?

How to Use odds

odds are (collocation): It is probable that something will happen. — "The odds are that the train will be delayed."
odds of (prepositional phrase): The probability of a specific event occurring. — "The odds of finding a parking spot are low."
against the odds (idiom): Despite the low probability of success. — "They succeeded against the odds."
beat the odds (idiom): To succeed despite a low probability of success. — "She managed to beat the odds and finish the marathon."

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