take a flier

Example Sentences

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The Bottom Line: Airline stocks are infamously volatile; if you’re going to take a flier, go for the sturdiest.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

That would make the studio less likely to take a flier on anything short of a surefire hit from a major film franchise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

The city faces a phalanx of tough problems, and voters don’t seem to be in any mood to take a flier on an unorthodox, inexperienced candidate.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2024

Simmons was an NBA All-Defensive first team selection, and his size and strength should make him attractive to some team willing to take a flier on a project with potential.

From Washington Times • Sep. 21, 2021

I dropped in at his office, after I'd received my roll, and he said: 'Want to take a flier?'

From Rimrock Jones by Coolidge, Dane