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
News Service Reports, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The Tony Awards will be produced in collaboration with Tony Award Productions, a joint venture of the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026
Anusha Mathur, NPR, 24 Jan. 2026
After the children were taken away, Domenech began venturing out of her apartment for the first time in years, one neighbor said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The venture is being launched into a turbulent atmosphere for the news business, particularly print papers.
—News Service Reports, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The Tony Awards will be produced in collaboration with Tony Award Productions, a joint venture of the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
New Hampshire Fish and Game Sergeant Matthew Holmes has warned hikers against venturing out during the storm but has offered recommendations to stay safe during the hazardous conditions.
—Anusha Mathur, NPR, 24 Jan. 2026
After the children were taken away, Domenech began venturing out of her apartment for the first time in years, one neighbor said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
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So far, that gamble hasn’t paid off.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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This, in turn, builds confidence in its long-term survival and moves it beyond just being a speculative gamble.—
K.H. Koehler,
jsonline.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Data centers are being built at a rapid pace to meet the growing resource needs of AI, thereby endangering natural habitats.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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But administration officials also have defended the immigration crackdown and the federal agents involved, blaming protesters for interfering with law enforcement operations and accusing critics of endangering agents.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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City started their last league phase game in 25th and risked elimination, but came from behind at home to beat Club Brugge 3-1 and climb to 22nd.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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To risk playing a rich man for the first time — so, not your average Italian or what has been defined as such.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There is a chance of snow showers over parts Long Island and coastal New Jersey, but the impacts are expected to be minimal.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Senate lawmakers are making progress toward funding the Department of Homeland Security, however this does not rule out the chances of a partial government shutdown.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
30 Jan. 2026
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Russia’s drones target the Ukrainian army’s supply routes and rear bases, often threatening to cut off units on the front lines.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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Much of the group later dispersed after they were threatened with arrest by local law enforcement for blocking the road.—
KIMBERLEE KRUESI,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Navigate ideas, tips, and first-person adventures.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2026
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Explore More East Troy’s farms promise more foodie adventures.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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