Idiom: Chinaman's Chance
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Originally a reference to the socio-economic prospects of immigrant Chinese labour in the United States in the 19th century, which often involved highly dangerous work on the railroads.
How to pronounce "Chinaman's chance":
AU
No chance; zero possibility.
Example Sentences
1
He definitely has a Chinaman's chance of winning the lottery.
2
She stood no chance against the champion boxer, facing a Chinaman's chance of victory.
3
The underdog team has a Chinaman's chance to make it to the finals.
4
With such low grades, he has a Chinaman's chance of getting into that prestigious university.
5
The detective had a Chinaman's chance of solving the mysterious crime.
