gamesters

plural of gamester
as in gamblers
one that bets (as on the outcome of a contest or sports event) a casino with enough roulette wheels, blackjack tables, and slot machines to satisfy even the most die-hard gamester

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gamblers
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  • Death threats from gamblers to a journalist reporting on an Iranian missile attack on Israel.
    Matt Motta, Fortune, 23 June 2026
  • Table tennis remains one of the most popular sports for Colorado gamblers to bet on, with $989 million wagered since legalization.
    Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
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“Gamesters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamesters. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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