as in risks
to take a chance on
a movie studio willing to gamble on a new actress for its summer blockbuster
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This is a dangerous step backward that risks irreversible harm to the health and well-being of future generations.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026 -
For the Mexican government, the battle against the cartels risks provoking violence across the country, as gang members retaliate against the security forces and battle each other.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Gambles (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gambles%20%28on%29. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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