roll of the dice

== English == === Etymology === Referring to the use of dice in gambling games. Compare the verb roll the dice. === Noun === roll of the dice (plural rolls of the dice) (idiomatic) A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation. Synonym: throw of the dice ==== See also ==== === Further reading === “a roll of the dice”, in Merriam-Webster.com Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.