take a flyer

== English == === Alternative forms === take a flier === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Pronunciation === === Verb === take a flyer (third-person singular simple present takes a flyer, present participle taking a flyer, simple past took a flyer, past participle taken a flyer) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see take,‎ flyer. (idiomatic) To invest against odds. (idiomatic) To make a choice with an uncertain outcome; to take a chance. ==== Synonyms ==== (take a chance): roll the dice, take a gamble, take a risk ==== Translations ====