long odds

Example Sentences

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In the letter, lawmakers detail recent cases in which Brad Bondi has been able to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients, even those facing long odds, in their case.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

Heroes of his Fellowship don’t give up on their mission even in the face of long odds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

Despite his fame, Pratt is a first-time candidate who faces long odds in a crowded field for June's non-partisan mayoral primary.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

King Miller, though, was already familiar with beating long odds.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2025

If the race-fixing conspirators could stop Seabiscuit, they could take advantage of the other horses’ long odds, cash in huge bets, and disappear.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand