roll the dice and let the chips fall

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alpacinou

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Hello,

Can I use the idioms "roll the dice" and "let the chips fall where they may" at the same time? Is this natural sounding?

1. I have decided to ask her out. I'm just gonna roll the dice then let the chips fall where they may.

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2. I have decided to roll the dice. I'm just gonna ask her out then let the chips fall where they may.
 
Many people frown and cast a dim eye on mixing metaphors.
 
Although mixing metaphors is a piece of cake, some stylists consider it something of a hot potato.
 
So, I should completely forget about the two sentences in post #1?
 
So, I should completely forget about the two sentences in post #1?
Yes. They may not take the cake as examples of mixed metaphors, but that's the way the cookie crumbles.

Sorry.
 
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So, I should completely forget about the two sentences in post #1?

Yes, I suggest you fold your hand and give the wheel another spin.
 
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