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Chance
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Simple meaning
What does Chance mean?
Chance means an opportunity or possibility.
Dictionary definition
an opportunity for something to happen, or the possibility that something may happen.
Example sentences
Chance in a sentence
easy
I had a chance to answer the question.
medium
There is a chance of rain after lunch.
hard
The team used its final chance to score before the game ended.
Synonyms
Words like Chance
opportunityA chance to do something.
possibilitySomething that may happen.
Antonyms
Opposite words
certaintySomething known for sure, not only possible.
impossibilitySomething that cannot happen.
Word family
Chance word family
Base word
chance
noun
chance
Base form.
noun
chances
More than one chance.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does chance mean?
Chance can mean an opportunity or the possibility that something may happen.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to chance?
An opportunity is a chance to do something.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses chance correctly?
A chance can mean an opportunity to do something.
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