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chances

Pronunciation: [tʃænsɪz]

Word

Learn how to use chances in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “possibility”

(noun) a chance means the possibility of something happening. It’s like when you roll a dice and you hope to get a certain number. There’s a chance you might get it.

Example

There is a good chance that it will be sunny tomorrow.

Example

The chances of it raining today are very low.

Example

What are the chances that we will win the game?

Context: “opportunity”

(noun) a chance can also mean an opportunity to do something. If you get a chance to play with a new toy, it means you have the opportunity to play.

Example

She got her chance to perform on stage last night.

Example

He missed his chance to speak because he was too shy.

Example

Did you take your chance to show your project?

Context: “risk”

(noun) a chance can mean a risk or something uncertain. If you take a chance on something, you are trying it, but you don’t know if it will work out.

Example

Taking a chance on a new recipe can be exciting.

Example

I regret taking a chance on that investment because it didn't pay off.

Example

Are you willing to take a chance on this new idea?

How to pronounce chances

Pronunciation: [tʃænsɪz]

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