take a flier

Example Sentences

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If there are any software names to take a flier on, these are a promising bunch.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 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

If a QB is sitting there on Day 3, it might make sense for the Seahawks to take a flier.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2024

Why not take a flier on Downs, who once flashed significant power and potential while playing in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ system?

From Washington Post • Dec. 22, 2022

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