great odds
Frequency: 7.010.1 per million words
Indicates a high probability of something not happening.
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Examples (10)
- Despite the great odds, they managed to achieve their goal.
- The explorer faced great odds in his perilous journey across the desert.
- Winning the championship with so many strong opponents presented great odds.
- The startup succeeded against great odds in a competitive market.
- She always believed in herself, even when the great odds were against her.
- To overcome such great odds requires immense courage and determination.
- They defied great odds by completing the project ahead of schedule.
- The team was up against great odds, but they refused to give up.
- His recovery from the illness was seen as a triumph over great odds.
- Despite facing great odds, the small community rebuilt their homes after the disaster.