take a flyer
The idiom "take a flyer" is often used in contexts involving risk, uncertainty, and speculation, particularly in finance and decision-making.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To make a decision or attempt something with an uncertain outcome.
Example
- He decided to take a flyer and start his own business, despite the risks.
C1Investment
(informal, financial)To invest in something despite high risk, hoping for a significant return.
Example
- She took a flyer on a tech startup, hoping it would pay off big.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take a flyer":
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