How to Use take chances in a Sentence
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His sole job is to be in the box, to win the ball in the air, to take chances.
—New York Times, 30 Apr. 2021
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That gives the show plenty of freedom to take chances the other shows can’t.
—Jacob Siegal, BGR, 11 Aug. 2021
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Meet new people, try new things, take chances, and keep an open mind.
—Annie Lane, Anchorage Daily News, 17 June 2023
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Kids who've been cooped up and isolated will need to spread their wings and take chances.
—Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2021
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Suddenly, the doors were open to a younger audience to take chances with their wardrobes.
—Kristen Bateman, Town & Country, 25 June 2021
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Dwayne Brown, Kahlana’s hubby, wasn’t about to take chances with his family.
—Taiia Smart Young, Essence, 18 Dec. 2020
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Madonna always loved to take chances and push boundaries.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 10 May 2021
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But young filmmakers are supposed to take chances like this.
—Noel Murray, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2023
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Getting to see the players grow, mature, take chances and learn is an amazing privilege.
—Joe Heim, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2020
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To achieve your ambitions, wait until October to make big changes or take chances.
—Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 2 Sep. 2021
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Translation: Barbie tends to get lovesick in relationships and isn't one to date around and take chances in romance.
—Lisa Stardust, Women's Health, 21 July 2023
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He’s been on that mission throughout his career, where his willingness to take chances and expand his repertoire has served him well.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2023
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Founders, in short, have stronger economic headwinds and more financial cushion than ever to take chances.
—Steve Vassallo, Forbes, 8 Apr. 2021
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Clark aims this inspiring anthem directly at her fellow teenage girls, encouraging the ones afraid to speak up, be seen and take chances.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2022
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The sense of urgency in this city to win has pushed our organization, has fueled it to take chances, fix problems and work tirelessly in an effort to win.
—Brendan Le, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
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Mass-market brands known for basics are often unwilling to take chances on design because their wares must have broad appeal, said Ms. Chung.
—Jamie Waters, WSJ, 8 Oct. 2022
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But Cruz’s unwillingness to take chances downfield has tamped down his average per attempt.
—Michael Lev, The Arizona Republic, 20 Oct. 2021
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But mostly Wayne was a great friend, a beautiful comrade, and an older brother who helped me to forgive myself for making mistakes, take chances with my music, and never be afraid to help those in need.
—Sadie Bell, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024
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With this top-level commitment to letting innovators take chances and fail as steps on their path to success, here are five specific tactics to spur new ideas within healthcare.
—Rick Newell, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2022
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Banks, always slow to take chances on an unproven market, make construction loans based on expectations set by the government: low rents for low-income residents.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 30 June 2021
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Leaders should be working to create an environment where employees are encouraged to take chances, add to their knowledge base and explore new tools and methodologies.
—Douglas Murray, Forbes, 20 Apr. 2023
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His success in these varied fields highlights the importance of embracing diverse business ventures and the willingness to take chances in unexplored markets.
—Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 25 July 2023
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Crawford believes the break from rigidly photoreal CG will inspire more filmmakers to take chances and discover new visual styles themselves.
—Karen Idelson, Variety, 23 Feb. 2023
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Education is especially important for young bike riders who often are less aware of dangers and more likely to take chances, the commissioners said.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Oct. 2022
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Passion projects Just as Montavilla takes programming risks by showcasing new and original music, Meagher likes to invite performers to take chances — not just play their familiar sets, but to raise their artistic sights.
—Brett Campbell | For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 16 Aug. 2022
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But the kibbutz, unwilling to take chances, rounded up funds and drafted contingency plans — buying long guns for its 25-member local defense unit, securing emergency sources for water and electricity and building a military clinic.
—Shira Rubin, Washington Post, 5 Jan. 2024
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