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Phrase Means Chances Eslpod Scared Podcast Risk Problems

Id ESLPod_0354_WE_0382
Episode Id ESLPod 354
Episode Title Being Scared
Phrase to take chances
Text The phrase "to take any chances," in this podcast, means to take a risk or do something that may cause problems or trouble: "They don't want to take any chances of not having enough money when they retire, so they are saving as much as they can each month." The phrase "to take a chance on (something or someone)" means to decide to do something even though it is risky and/or might not work: "Even though he doesn't have very much experience, the company decided to take a chance on him and hire him for the job." The phrase "chances are that" means that something is probable or likely: "Chances are that you'll get sick at least once this year." Or, "Chances are that playing the violin will be difficult at first, but it will get easier over time."
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