Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is “overcome/beat the odds” and its meaning is “to become successful in spite of not having a good chance”.
Example Sentence: It is significant that India’s first reaction to Mr. Ranil Wickremesinghe’s election was understated, given the uncertainties still surrounding the government. However, if the new government is to have a chance at overcoming the odds, New Delhi’s support, bilaterally and internationally, will be essential,…
This phrase is present in The Hindu article A hint of stability: On Sri Lanka’s new dispensation and click here to read it.
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