have an eye to/for the main chance

Related to word: eye

Idiom

Definition

  1. To be consistently alert and prepared to exploit opportunities for personal gain, often with an opportunistic intent.

    善於抓住機會謀取個人利益

    • He always has an eye to the main chance and is quick to exploit them.

      他總是伺機而動,迅速利用機會。

    • She has an eye for the main chance and always finds ways to profit from situations.

      她善於抓住機會,總能找到獲利的方法。

    • Politicians are sometimes seen as having an eye to the main chance rather than public service.

      政治人物有時被視為更注重自身利益而非公共服務。