Starting this new business is just a throw of the dice.
throw of the dice
idiomSynonym of roll of the dice.
We knew the investment was risky, but we decided to take a throw of the dice anyway.
The outcome of the election remained uncertain, appearing to many observers as little more than a desperate throw of the dice by the incumbent party.
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dice roll
Something unpredictable or unexpected.
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lock someone up and throw away the key
To lock someone up in prison indefinitely.
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no dice
An unacceptable alternative.
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rats and mice
[Cockney slang]dice
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roll of the dice
A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
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stone's throw
A short distance, roughly equivalent to how far a person can throw a stone.
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throw a bone to
To provide support or assistance to, especially in one particular way or to a limited extent; to make a concession to.
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throw a fit
To become angry, enraged, or upset; to act or react with an outburst, as by shouting, swearing, etc.