roll of the dice
roll of the dice · rolls of the dice
A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situationA risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
Meaning
1 senses(idiomatic)A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
Origin
Referring to the use of dice in gambling games. Compare the verb roll the dice.Referring to the use of dice in gambling games. Compare the verb roll the dice.
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Forms
plural: rolls of the dice| Singular | roll of the dice |
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irregular · Lesson
Synonyms
1 synonymsWord family
2 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular
See also
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