hazard of the die
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Having packed up her belongings,—not too extensive,—paid her bill, and arranged all things ready for departure, Estelle picked out a 'nice' looking letter, and resolved to abide the hazard of the die.
From Nevermore by Bolderwood, Rolf
I consider that you have acted honourably, and if you choose to risk the hazard of the die, no one can attach blame to you.”
From Valerie by Marryat, Frederick
We decided that the thing could not be politely done, and we had set our own stomachs on a cast, and they must stand the hazard of the die.
From The Uncommercial Traveller by Dickens, Charles
Another hour! and lively as before The pike appears; while Peter, wearied sore, With itching fingers longs his fate to try, Yet dares not stand the hazard of the die.
From The Anglican Friar and the Fish which he Took by Hook and by Crook by Novice, A.
William frantically said: "I have set my life upon a cast, And will stand the hazard of the die!"
From Shakspere, Personal Recollections by Joyce, John A.
