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chance, in mathematics: see probability probability, in mathematics, assignment of a number as a measure of the "chance" that a given event will occur. There are certain important restrictions on such a probability measure.
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likelihood

or chance

In mathematics, a subjective assessment of possibility that, when assigned a numerical value on a scale between impossibility (0) and absolute certainty (1), becomes a probability (see probability theory). Thus, the numerical assignment of a probability depends on the notion of likelihood. If, for example, an experiment (e.g., a die toss) can result in six equally likely possible outcomes, the probability of each is ¹⁄₆.

Chance

See also Fate.

Charity (See GENEROSITY.)

Bridoison, Taiel de

judge who casts dice to decide cases. [Fr. Lit.: Pantagruel]

lake-dwelling sorceress and personification of chance. [Ital. Lit.: Orlando Innamorato]

goddess of chance. [Rom. Myth.: Kravitz, 58]

Jimmy the Greek

renowned American oddsmaker. [Am. Culture: Wallechinsky, 468]

Russian roulette

suicidal gamble involving a six-shooter, loaded with one bullet. [Folklore: Payton, 590]

god of chance. [Rom. Myth.: Espy, 42–43]

Three Princes of Serendip

always make discoveries by accident. [Br. Lit.: Three Princes of Serendip]

Urim and Thummin

oracular gems used for casting lots, set in Aaron’s breastplate. [O.T.: Exodus 28:30; Leviticus 8:8]

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On the off chance there might be a disease or insect infestation responsible for the die-back, the arborist will be able to recognize that, too.

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If, on the off chance the ore body is not as plentiful as once thought, the company is confident it can at least recoup their investment from the minerals and transfer the hoists and heavy equipment to areas where minerals are abundant.

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On the off chance they're caught, they're let off with a slap on the wrist - few, if any, are even prosecuted.

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