# no chance

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/no-chance
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

Absolutely not; under no circumstances.

## Examples

- I have no chance of finishing this work today.
- He asked if I wanted to go skydiving, but I told him there is no chance I am doing that.
- Given the severity of the storm and the lack of proper equipment, there was no chance the expedition could reach the summit safely.

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