long odds
Example Sentences
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And against long odds, the court said yes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
Moreover, these percentages understate the long odds that Paramount faces, Gu noted.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
While his fate is not sealed, Steyer faces long odds to finish in the top two.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
In the letter, lawmakers detail recent cases in which Brad Bondi has been able to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients, even those facing long odds, in their case.
From Salon ● Feb. 24, 2026
So Jesse slogged on, still holding off on a final decision, understanding the long odds.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
