fighting chance

Example Sentences

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Scotland's outstanding performance in their 50-40 win over France has given them a fighting chance of a first Six Nations title.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

"We have a fighting chance to reduce plastics because it's very much a contemporary issue."

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

None of these are guaranteed to work but they will give you a fighting chance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

The hope is the snake’s new, higher profile in California can give it a fighting chance at avoiding extinction.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

“But at least she has a fighting chance now. And you know what else, Stella?”

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper