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as in luck
the uncertain course of events
rather than leave everything to chance, let's plan how we're going to spend our time in New York City
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as in probability
a measure of how often an event will occur instead of another
the chance of being struck by lightning is very low
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as in venture
a risky undertaking
it's a chance, but I think the business will be profitable
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as in accidental
happening by chance
a chance advantage that I immediately recognized and made full use of
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as in to risk
to take a chance on
I don't think we should chance driving in this snowstorm
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as in to happen
to take place
there chanced to be a beautiful day when we were touring that part of Scotland
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Recent Examples of chance
Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 20 May 2025
King Charles hosts several garden parties at Buckingham Palace in London and one at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Scotland, inviting around 30,000 people annually for tea, conversation and music — and the chance to meet a member of the royal family.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 20 May 2025
Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2025
Don’t leave it to chance that potential clients will scroll through your posts, give them a clear path to learn more and take action.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The sequence ends simply on the expression on Pascal’s face, receiving the unexpected mercy that Ellie might still give him a chance.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 20 May 2025
King Charles hosts several garden parties at Buckingham Palace in London and one at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Scotland, inviting around 30,000 people annually for tea, conversation and music — and the chance to meet a member of the royal family.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 20 May 2025
Verb
The Venezuelans are being held at the maximum-security gang prison with little prospect of any due process or chance to contest their imprisonment.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2025
Don’t leave it to chance that potential clients will scroll through your posts, give them a clear path to learn more and take action.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chance
Noun
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The chip company was contacted and made attempts to reach the registered owner, but no luck.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2025
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Madeline Coleman Williams rockets ahead in 2025’s ‘best of the rest’ battle Williams’ race showed how the Imola contest was about strategy amid the passing challenge, plus a dash of luck.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
Noun
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The class is specifically designed to provide an opportunity to ask questions about Christianity and our Lutheran theology.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
17 May 2025
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Beyond professional experience, our program is a next-generation leadership opportunity that builds lasting connections, inspires community impact and fosters personal growth.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 May 2025
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With its mix of adrenaline, speed, and high probability of bruising your nether regions, BMX would seem a natural fit.—
Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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As a result, these larger portfolio mandates require management to juggle multiple properties and strategies, including joint ventures, developments and debt investments.—
Chay Lapin,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Her next ventures will undoubtedly continue to inspire wholesome games with cozy art.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The coroner found that no foul play was involved, and that his death was accidental.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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The accidental shooting unfolded on Wednesday inside an apartment in northeast D.C., located on 1700 block of Benning Road.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2025
Verb
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The emotional resonance may indeed feel genuine, but as researchers caution, without clinical supervision or ethical oversight, users risk confusing simulated empathy with genuine treatment and mental attunement.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The trade: Calendar spread One way to make a bullish bet while risking somewhat less capital than buying the stock is with a calendar spread.—
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CNBC,
19 May 2025
Verb
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On Friday, May 16, the Idaho State Police (ISP) revealed the names and origin countries of the individuals who died in the May 1 crash, which happened just before 7:15 p.m. on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry's Lake State Park — about 16 miles west of Yellowstone.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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When this happens, passengers are asked to dump their drinks out in a dedicated dumping facility or throw the whole thing away into a trash can.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2025
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Valerie, Karen, and Renee all arrived at the Rainbow Lodge overwhelmed by their own life circumstances.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
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Postecoglou has varied his system more than critics have suggested, but his commitment to open football, almost whatever the circumstances, has often left Tottenham exposed.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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“Chance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chance. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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