roll the dice

Example Sentences

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So investors with accounts at any of these five brokerages can roll the dice and try to get SpaceX shares at the IPO price.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

“We either regulate or we roll the dice on what happens next,” said state Rep. Brianna Titone, a sponsor of the original bill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Does he roll the dice one last time, try to summon the energy and commitment to go again after what will doubtless be a very trying year?

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Those with a college diploma roll the dice more than their peers who lack a degree.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 22, 2025

“Maybe. But I’ve got to roll the dice one more time. Maybe I’ll get lucky.”

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein