as in gamble
a risky undertaking
their latest business venture failed big-time
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
don't venture more money than you can afford to lose
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as in to risk
to take a chance on
ventured to speak plainly at the meeting
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Recent Examples of venture
Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Those with more time and a bigger appetite for hiking can venture to the top of those falls.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Spotlight on Maryland is a joint venture by FOX45 News, The Baltimore Sun and WJLA in Washington, D.C. Have a news tip?
—Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Verb
Trim outdoor activities to essentials: When venturing outside is unavoidable, restrict your time outdoors solely to essential activities.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Those with more time and a bigger appetite for hiking can venture to the top of those falls.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
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But relying on natural gas to fill the gap over at least the next five years appears to be both a foolhardy and highly expensive gamble.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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The gamble seemed to have paid off, though, when in the opening minute James, playing in the advanced midfield role, found herself with a great goalscoring opportunity but failed to hit the target, then delivered a promising deep cross which her team-mates could not reach.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
Verb
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Just one incident can endanger life and necessitate an expensive manufacturer recall even if nobody got hurt.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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They are endangered and their global population has declined 40% in the last three generations, according to the NOAA.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Without clear boundaries, AI companions risk becoming emotionally immersive experiences with few safeguards and no professional accountability.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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These included two strapping Irish setters, whose owner was relocating to London for work and did not want to risk shipping her pets as airborne cargo.—
Guy Trebay,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Ahead of the release of James Gunn's Superman (in theaters now), speculation spiraled around who exactly was underneath the black suit of this mysterious figure.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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With deal speculation set to heat up, another twist is Steven Mnuchin, the Secretary of the Treasury during President Trump’s first term and a former Goldman Sachs banker.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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Beyond market volatility, Nvidia faces ongoing geopolitical challenges that threaten its access to one of its largest markets.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 July 2025
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Florida has taken multiple other steps to back the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, including having its law enforcement work in agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and threatening punishments against localities in the state that decline to partner with ICE.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Based on Luke Pearson's graphic novels, Hilda follows a young girl's (voiced by Bella Ramsey) adventures through a fantasy world that combines the gonzo creativity of Adventure Time with the gentle, dreamlike atmosphere of Studio Ghibli's strongest works.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 June 2025
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Overlanding is a form of self-reliant travel that involves adventuring to remote destinations, typically in a vehicle of some type.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Sacramento has a chance to become the first team to win three Las Vegas Summer League championships.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
20 July 2025
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Indeed, France’s indiscipline was such that Germany had the best chance to win in normal time from the penalty spot.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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