take a chance

phrase

: to do something that could have either good or bad results
She's trying to find a publisher who will take a chance on her book.
It might not work, but it's a chance we'll have to take.

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The charter Girardeau sailed with was about four miles out and almost at the its trip when word of the hammerhead was radioed out — the crew decided to take a chance and sped up the coast 15 minutes to see the shark still sauntering in the sea. — Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 24 Aug. 2026 For multi-device users and frequent presenters, that versatility may well be reason enough to take a chance on the campaign. — New Atlas, 11 Aug. 2026 Premiering in the main competition at Locarno, this is challenging arthouse fare of the type that may need continued festival exposure and accolades to persuade distributors to take a chance on it. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026 Garver's track record explains why the Yankees were willing to take a chance. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for take a chance

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“Take a chance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20a%20chance. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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