take chances

idiom

: to do things that are risky or dangerous
He's not afraid to take chances.

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The Horned Frogs will face an aggressive defense that will take chances to force game-changing turnovers. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2025 But for most resort skiers who split their time between groomers, trees, and soft bumps, the QST 94 is a versatile, energetic ride that invites you to have fun and take chances without fear. Marina Knight, Outside, 17 Oct. 2025 But that’s all the more reason to take chances and risk for big rewards. Mike Kaye september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025 But these low-risk hi jinx will encourage your own littles to try new things and take chances for the adventure of learning and saving friends. Katie Grant, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for take chances

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“Take chances.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20chances. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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