chance on

Idioms and Phrases

Also, chance upon . Happen upon, find or meet accidentally, as in In Paris we chanced on a wonderful little restaurant , or Andrew chanced upon his karate teacher in the health-food store . [Mid-1500s]

Example Sentences

However, the Dodgers didn’t give Buehler that chance on Monday, allowing the World Series hero to test the open market.

From Los Angeles Times

These are three reasons why he thinks more people should take a chance on holidaying in Canada.

From BBC

He will get more chances on the tour of New Zealand, yet that is where danger to his place also lies.

From BBC

He might not get a chance on Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times

A sense of frustration grew over the next two holes, passing up presentable birdie chances on both.

From BBC

Related Words

• contact
• face
• find
• greet
• see