take a chance
Example Sentences
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And, because of fame stemming from their glory years, there are always people ready to take a chance on star managers during a comeback.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
"I've always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new," added the 43-year-old, who this year released a memoir entitled Your Roots Don't Define You.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
It was the unique tone and approach that ultimately enticed her to take a chance.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
Investors don’t currently have large positions in them, so they have wiggle room in their portfolios to take a chance on a few more shares—and they have recently shown the proclivity to do that.
From Barron's ● May 13, 2026
I just couldn’t take a chance and hurt my friend.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
