fighting chance

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That’s what the text supports, it’s what common sense supports, and it’s what gives regulated parties a fighting chance of knowing when they’re subject to federal mine safety law.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

And that meant that Barron’s stockpickers stood a fighting chance when it came to beating the market.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

The 23-year-old's double in a 2-0 triumph against Portugal on Thursday night gave Heimir Hallgrimsson's side a fighting chance of qualifying for the World Cup through March's play-offs.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

The hope is the snake’s new, higher profile in California can give it a fighting chance at avoiding extinction.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

He was the American who had a fighting chance of defeating a Soviet champion.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady