not have a (single) prayer
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Определение и Значение "not have a (single) prayer"

to not have a (single) prayer
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не иметь никаких шансов на достижение успеха

to have no chance of achieving success
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What is the origin of the idiom "not have a prayer" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "not have a prayer" is uncertain, but it may be related to the idea of prayer as a form of supplication or appeal to a higher power for help or mercy. The phrase has been in use in English since at least the mid-20th century, and it has been applied to a wide range of situations, including personal and financial struggles, legal cases, and sports competitions. In general, the phrase is used to describe a situation where success is so unlikely that even divine intervention would not be enough to bring it about.

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After the devastating earthquake, many people were trapped under the rubble and did n't have a prayer of being rescued.
Without any experience or training, he did n't have a prayer of getting the job.
The team was so outmatched by their opponents that they did n't have a single prayer of winning the game.
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After the devastating earthquake, many people were trapped under the rubble and didn't have a prayer of being rescued.
Without any experience or training, he didn't have a prayer of getting the job.
The team was so outmatched by their opponents that they didn't have a single prayer of winning the game.
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