Even Chance (Noun)
Meaning
An unpredictable phenomenon; "it's a toss-up whether he will win or lose".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The weather forecast says there's an even chance of rain or sunshine on the day of the picnic.
- Given the competition's skill levels, it's an even chance whether the home team or the visitors will win.
- With so many variables at play, it's an even chance that the experiment will produce the desired outcome or fail.
- There's an even chance that the hikers will reach the summit before nightfall or be forced to set up camp midway.
- Her decision is based on an even chance that the stocks will rise or fall in value over the next quarter.