Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-off-chance
phrase
/ˈɒn ði ɔːf ˈtʃɑːns/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that something is being done with a slight hope or possibility, despite being unlikely.
Examples
- I’ll call her on the off chance that she might pick up.
- We should bring an umbrella on the off chance it rains.
Meaning
This expression suggests that an action is taken not because it is expected to succeed, but because there is a very small chance it might.
Synonyms
- by any chance
- just in case
- if by chance
