long odds

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Steve Hilton faces long odds in November, political analysts say, even if he emerges from the Golden State’s gubernatorial primary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

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

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

Finances weighed on the couple, and, at age 42, Lisa faced long odds that worsened as time passed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

Reaching the top of Everest is supposed to trigger a surge of intense elation; against long odds, after all, I had just attained a goal I’d coveted since childhood.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer