have an even chance

have an even chance of (doing something)

To be equally likely to experience or encounter two potential outcomes or scenarios. I think my interview went OK. I probably have an even chance of getting the job. Why not ask her to the dance? You have an even chance of her saying yes or no. I wouldn't risk driving this old junker. You have an even chance of breaking down on the highway or before you even get there!

See also: an, chance, even, have, of

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have an even ˈchance (of doing something)

be equally likely to do or not do something: She has more than an even chance of winning tomorrow.

See also: an, chance, even, have

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