Take a risk

Pronunciation: /ˈteɪk ə ˈɹɪsk/

Take a risk (verb phrase)

  1. To do something even though it may cause harm, loss, or failure.
  2. To choose an action where the outcome is uncertain, with a chance of benefit.

Examples

  • She takes a risk when she climbs the cliff alone.
  • They take a risk by walking across the frozen lake.