wing and a prayer

The phrase "wing and a prayer" refers to a situation where someone attempts or hopes to achieve something with little prospect of success, often relying solely on luck or minimal resources. It suggests a desperate attempt or a risky undertaking, comparable to an aircraft barely flying with damaged or inadequate wings and relying on divine intervention or luck to survive or reach its destination.


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