off-chance
Example Sentences
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Deschamps knew that on the off-chance France was awarded a penalty kick, then Paraguayan players would immediately try to scuff up the spot, making it harder to take a clean shot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Fury’s belt will not be at stake, though, on the off-chance he is beaten.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
Catherine said every time she sees a man begging on the street she takes a close look on the off-chance it is her son.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2023
They're funny animals who like to constantly chatter away amongst themselves and will happily follow me around the yard on the off-chance that I have a tasty morsel.
From Salon ● Nov. 26, 2022
We pointed out that they were risking their lives on a wild off-chance.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
