given half a/the chance

given half a/the chance

If one had the opportunity to do something (usually something that one would eagerly do). You have to take that job—I certainly would if given half the chance! I would go back to my childhood in a second if given half the chance—my adult responsibilities are so overwhelming.
See also: chance, given, half
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • half a chance
  • childhood
  • childhood friend
  • carry (one) back
  • carry back
  • look back
  • bring (one) up on (something)
  • bring up on
  • guarantee against
  • guarantee against (something)