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Chance
01
a possibility that something will happen
02
an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another
03
a possibility associated with danger
04
a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible
05
an opportunity that allows someone to achieve or do something they desire
chance
01
occurring or appearing or singled out by chance
Example
There's a slight chance of rain this afternoon.
He missed his chance to meet the author when he arrived late to the book signing.
Winning the lottery is a small chance, but it's possible.
There's a good chance we'll finish the project ahead of schedule if we stay focused.
She took a chance and applied for the job even though she didn't meet all the qualifications.
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