as in venture
a risky undertaking
it's a gamble, but I'm willing to take the risk
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Recent Examples of gamble
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
The gamble is that heavy investment now will pay off in the future.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Wolves have taken a bit of a gamble – could be incredible, could be a flop.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
The gamble is that heavy investment now will pay off in the future.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
And bets of $10 or more on higher-risk parlays — gambling that two or more specific things will happen — also will be free of the charge.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gamble
Noun
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Unsurprisingly, David Sacks, a venture capitalist serving as the White House’s crypto and AI czar, is expected to be at the event.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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A lot of the chummy discussion involved Malone and the other execs reminiscing about their past deals and ventures.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Boumedienne could theoretically depart college after two seasons and sign in the AHL at just 19 years old, betting on himself early — again.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Though the recession odds rose intra-week, the betting odds held steady week-over-week.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As of Thursday, the NHC was monitoring a disturbance in the Atlantic with an 80 percent chance of cyclone formation over the next seven days.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Paul suggested the drug boat’s occupants should have been given a chance to be tried for their crimes.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Trailing by 14 points, Charlotte needed a touchdown to get back in the game, and as Albin said, put some heat on the Tar Heels.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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In the first inning as the Blue Jays wore down the Yankees by putting balls in play and fouling off pitches, Judge was tested for the first time on a single by Nathan Lukes.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Spurs released a statement late on Sunday night clarifying their position following days of speculation after the removal of Daniel Levy as executive chairman on Thursday.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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While the brothers aren't expected to cross paths, speculation continues over whether Harry will reunite with his father, King Charles.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Most of the money wagered in lotteries isn’t in these jackpot drawing games, said Matheson.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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In this case, a bettor would have to wager $425 to win $100 on the Eagles.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Gamble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamble. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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