[Idiom] LEAP OF FAITH. - Dare to Jump: Phrases for Taking Risks and Believing

A risky commitment.

A "leap of faith" is a metaphor for believing in something without absolute proof, akin to jumping off a cliff hoping there’s water below to catch you. It’s about taking significant risks based on trust and hope, rather than guaranteed outcomes. This expression is frequently used in scenarios that involve a big change or a start of something new, where the outcome is uncertain.

Example Sentences

1. Taking that job was a real leap of faith for him.

   Taking that job involved a lot of uncertainties, but he took the risk anyway.

2. She made a leap of faith by moving to a new city for the job.

   She took a significant risk by moving to a new city for a job opportunity.

3. Committing to the untested project required a leap of faith but it ultimately paid off.

   Starting the unproven project required a lot of trust and hope, but it ultimately was a success.