Phrases Polite Requests and Offers

By any chance...

Meaning

A polite and indirect way to ask a question or make a request.

Translation language

John: 'By any chance, would you have a pen I could borrow?'<br>
Alice: 'Yes, certainly.'
John: 'Let me check my schedule.'
Alice: 'By any chance, would you be free to help me with this project next week?'<br>