chance would be a fine thing
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chance would be a fine thing — idiom
1. Used to express that you would like something to happen but think it is unlikely
1.idiom
Definition
Used to express that you would like something to happen but think it is unlikely.
Example
"I wish I could take a vacation." "Chance would be a fine thing!"
He said he'd help, but chance would be a fine thing.