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take a chance (or chances)1Behave in a way that leaves one vulnerable to danger or failure: the bank was prepared to take a chance and lend him 40% of the purchase price it was probably safe, but she was taking no chances...- More often than not it appears to be the belief that it is better to play it safe rather than take a chance at change and failure.
- The four fearless musicians who comprise NEWA (Nicholas Brancker, Eddie Bullen, Wilson Laurencin and Arturo Tappin) took chances, venturing into the unknown.
- For such a small investment its well worth taking a chance and it could be you who has all their Christmas and New Year money worries wiped out instantly.
Synonyms risk, gamble, hazard, venture, speculation, long shot, leap in the dark, pig in a poke, lottery, pot luck 1.1 ( take a chance on) Put one’s trust in (something or someone) knowing that it may not be safe or certain: his boss was prepared to take a chance on youngsters...- The players might have done it themselves but I wasn't prepared to take a chance on that.
- To make something like Thalos happen takes some courage, and I have to hand it to London and Vienna for taking a chance on trusting their public to show themselves in a good way.
- With the chart singles being blared out of every available set of speakers, which are you going to do - go for the name you know and trust, or take a chance on one you don't?
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