variants
or better
as in gambler
one that bets (as on the outcome of a contest or sports event)
bettors on the horse race have to place their bets at least 20 minutes before the start of the race
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Recent Examples of bettor
This is the perfect opportunity for new bettors to sign up with the bet365 bonus code WEEK365 for $200 in bonus bets or a $1,000 first bet safety net.
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Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Tom’s committed to meticulously curating its TV calendar—making sure to appeal to fantasy football players and sports bettors who are interested in watching more than just the local team—and publishing the schedule online well in advance of game day.
—Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
As such, taking the over on Henry's rushing total of 78.5 yards could be a winning proposition for bettors.
—Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
The shift to app betting brings a shift toward younger bettors.
—Taylor Galgano, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025
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Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Tom’s committed to meticulously curating its TV calendar—making sure to appeal to fantasy football players and sports bettors who are interested in watching more than just the local team—and publishing the schedule online well in advance of game day.
—Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
As such, taking the over on Henry's rushing total of 78.5 yards could be a winning proposition for bettors.
—Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
The shift to app betting brings a shift toward younger bettors.
—Taylor Galgano, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bettor
gambler
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Facing off against an older woman at the table, the high-stakes gambler appears to be relishing a winning streak.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
7 Oct. 2025
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What often brings spouses of gamblers into counseling — with or without their partner — is a big, upsetting shock.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Bettor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bettor. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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