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Taking Chances: Ten Everyday Business English Idioms About Trying and Risking

Updated: Mar 30

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10 Everyday Idioms about Trying and Risking by REAL Business English

Taking risks is part of life, especially in business. Testing a new idea? Stepping out of your comfort zone? It's all about taking chances. In this article, you'll explore ten common Business English idioms you can use when talking about trying something new or taking a chance. Ready? Let’s dive in!


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  1. With a very small hope or possibility that it might happen:




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  1. Something had a very small chance of success, but it was still attempted:




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  1. To deal with a situation as it develops, rather than planning ahead or following a fixed plan:




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  1. To attempt something:




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  1. To take a risk by trying to get more than what you already have, even though it could go wrong:




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  1. To decide to do something important or risky, even if you feel unsure about it:




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  1. To take a chance on something:




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  1. To support an idea or take a risky action that others may not agree with, leaving you open to criticism:




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  1. To try something out to see if it will work or how people will react:




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  1. To do something unfamiliar or challenging that makes you feel uncomfortable:




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