Which one is correct?
"with a chance" or "by a chance"?

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with a chance

This is not a correct construction in English. The correct phrase is "by chance."

The correct phrase to use is "by chance" when referring to something happening unexpectedly or accidentally.

Alternatives:

  • by chance

by a chance

This is not a correct construction in English. The correct phrase is "by chance."

The correct phrase to use is "by chance" when referring to something happening unexpectedly or accidentally.

Alternatives:

  • by chance
Both "by a chance" and "with a chance" are not commonly used phrases in English. The correct phrase to use in this context is "by chance."

Last Updated: March 31, 2024

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