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as in choice
a person or thing that is chosen
your best bet would be the scenic route along the coast
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Recent Examples of bet
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 25 Apr. 2025
That often leaves would-be homeowners largely in the dark about whether what is usually the biggest purchase of a lifetime could be a safe bet or a high-risk nightmare like Fischetti’s.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2025
Helena Wegner, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Of course, millions of Illinoisans bet responsibly.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Here are our best bets for the Dyson products that have been vetted by our editors, ones that are worth the investment or at least the wait-and-see: Their devices are often—if not always—significantly marked down during sale seasons.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 25 Apr. 2025
That often leaves would-be homeowners largely in the dark about whether what is usually the biggest purchase of a lifetime could be a safe bet or a high-risk nightmare like Fischetti’s.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
The visitor sat at a Light & Wonder Dancing Drums slot machine and bet $8.80.
—Helena Wegner, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Of course, millions of Illinoisans bet responsibly.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bet
Noun
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Trump’s 53% ownership stake in the company, now in a trust controlled by his oldest son, Donald Trump Jr., rose by $415 million on the day.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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By December 2023, the private equity firm had taken a majority stake in the British business and set an ambitious expansion plan; targeting 350 outlets by 2031.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The song was a fitting choice not only for the sky, but for a three-day celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Baum-Walker Stadium.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2025
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Abstaining from alcohol while in the air is a simple and responsible choice.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
Verb
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There is a guide on the app that explains profit boosts, in addition to types of wagers.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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But at nearly 9/1, given Athletic’s recent run, that wager would spice up what may otherwise be a dull affair.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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This dahlia is a bee favorite for a couple of reasons: The single bicolor petals have a highly visible golden yellow center that guides bees directly to the pollen.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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The last time a morning-line favorite took first place at the Derby was in 2018, when Justify won the Triple Crown.—
Alex Sundby,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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“Bet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bet. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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