In this country there are always openings--things turning up--chances--you can't get at home." The General gave a disapproving laugh.

"The only chance that'll help you, Roger, at present--excuse me if I speak frankly--is the chance of regular work.

Your poor mother has nothing but her small fixed income, and you haven't a farthing to chuck away on what you call chances.

Why, your passage by the _Lucania_ alone must have cost a pretty penny.

I'll bet my hat you came first class." The young man was clearly on the brink of an explosion, but controlled himself with an effort.