chance it
Take the leap
To chance it is to take a risk, proceeding despite uncertainty about the outcome: We didn't have reservations, but we decided to chance it.
The phrase suggests accepting possible failure rather than playing it safe: I know the weather looks bad, but let's chance it.
- risk itProceed despite uncertainty
- gambleStake on uncertain outcome
- leapSudden springing movement
- leap of faithTrust without verification
- dareChallenge to act boldly
go for it · give it a shot · roll the dice · spin the wheel · take the plunge · wing it · fly blind · bet · shot in the dark · go out on a limb · bold · reckless · trust your gut · jump · seize · opportunity · now or never · luck
chance itplay it safe
Avoid unnecessary chances
hedge your bets · err on the side of caution · cover your bases · be careful · hold back
chance itthink it through
plan ahead · leave nothing to chance · deliberate · sleep on it · strategize
chance, chances, chanced, chancing, chancy, mischance, perchance