long shot

• Попытка или предположение, имеющее очень мало шансов на успех, но всё же заслуживающее того, чтобы попробовать.

An attempt or guess that has very little chance of success, but is still worth trying.

1. Unlikely attemptB2informal

   An attempt or guess that has very little chance of success.

   Маловероятная попытка

   • It's a long shot, but I'm applying for the scholarship anyway.
   • He took a long shot and asked her out.
   • Winning the lottery is a long shot for most people.

2. Unlikely winnerB2informal

   A competitor or candidate considered very unlikely to win.

   Маловероятный победитель

   • The team was a long shot to make the playoffs.
   • She was a long shot in the election but campaigned hard.
   • The horse was a long shot in the race.