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attempt vs take chances

take chances vs attempt

attempt is a noun but take chances is not a noun.

attempt and take chances both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
attempt Yes No Yes No
take chances No No Yes No
As verbs, take chances is a hyponym of attempt; that is, take chances is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than attempt:
  • attempt: make an effort or attempt
  • take chances: take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
Other hyponyms of attempt include pick up the gauntlet, take a dare, fight, struggle, give it a try, have a go, grope, endeavor, endeavour, strive, give it a try, give it a whirl, adventure, chance, gamble, hazard, risk, run a risk, take a chance, lay on the line, put on the line, risk.
attempt (noun) take chances (noun)
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
the act of attacking
attempt (verb) take chances (verb)
enter upon an activity or enterprise take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
make an effort or attempt
Difference between attempt and take chances

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