by chance
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The recent government scrutiny of deals by Walter’s insurance companies seemed to come by chance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
Some occur by chance as cancer cells divide.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 22, 2026
A collection of antique silver found by chance in a family's attic in Edinburgh has sold for nearly £60,000 at auction.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
If you by chance had questions about Herzegovina, Slate’s Alex Kirshner has you covered.
From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026
He by chance was given a room which had once been the home of George Jean Nathan, the critic and editor.
From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut
