What does "off-chance" mean?

Alternative spelling of off chance.

Off-chance

Q: What is a synonym for "off-chance"?

Common synonyms include: bare possibility, chance, conceivability, conceivableness, contingency, dark horse.

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Alternative spelling of off chance. alt-of, alternative

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bare possibility chance conceivability conceivableness contingency dark horse

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"Tom went to Mary's office on the off-chance that she might be there, and in fact she was. "I'm really glad I've found you here," he said, relieved. "There's something important I have to discuss with you.""

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