fair shake
Example Sentences
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“They're just interested in making sure that everybody's got a fair shake to get to it.”
From Salon • Mar. 30, 2025
For all that he and other merchants have contributed to local culture and commerce, and the city treasury, he says he wants a fair shake in return.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2024
We need a fair shake because this is the biggest fight in heavyweight history.
From BBC • May 16, 2024
“You want your client to have a fair shake here, just as DA does. I will do my levelheaded best to make sure that happens.”
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2024
It's my neighborhood, and I've been here long enough to know that guys like Tariq Johnson don't always get a fair shake.
From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon
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