risk it

Frequency: 6.58.5 per million words

An informal phrase meaning to take a chance despite knowing the potential negative consequences.

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Examples (10)

  • I knew I would be in trouble if I was found out, but I decided to risk it anyway.
  • The weather was bad, but he decided to risk it and go for the hike.
  • It's a risky investment, but I think we should risk it for the potential returns.
  • She knew she might fail, but she had to risk it and try.
  • Don't risk it if you're not fully prepared for the consequences.
  • He didn't want to lose the opportunity, so he chose to risk it and apply.
  • Despite the warnings, they decided to risk it and cross the border.
  • You only live once, so why not risk it and follow your dreams?
  • The car was old, but he had to get to work, so he decided to risk it.
  • If you don't risk it, you'll never know what could have been.