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
Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The new moon in Gemini, however, brings fresh energy to friendships, community affairs and future ventures, making this ideal for reconnecting with friends, old co-workers or reconsidering your goals for the future.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Since records began in the 1920s, 344 people have died on Everest, according to The Himalayan Database, but the ratio of fatalities to climbers who venture above base camp is less than 1%.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
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Noun
Access to capital gives women the ability to invest, purchase businesses, support entrepreneurial ventures and create additional income streams.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The new moon in Gemini, however, brings fresh energy to friendships, community affairs and future ventures, making this ideal for reconnecting with friends, old co-workers or reconsidering your goals for the future.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Verb
Hernandez has since retired from gymnastics, published two books, gone back to school, ventured into acting, and earned a Sports Emmy as a commentator at the 2024 Summer Olympics.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Since records began in the 1920s, 344 people have died on Everest, according to The Himalayan Database, but the ratio of fatalities to climbers who venture above base camp is less than 1%.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
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Lando Norris may have taken the lead, which showed a possible upside to the strategy gamble given the grip levels.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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But that’s not the only reason this gamble on Paxton could end up being a disaster for Republicans.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Like with Saenz, the no-contact order hinged on the evaluation of a psychologist, who testified that Michelle was angry and paranoid and might endanger their son in her pursuit of revenge against his father, according to court filings.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Clendenning said releasing Zeinab from custody would pose an unacceptable risk of endangering the safety and welfare of the public.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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The idea that enterprise companies across the globe would risk their data by attempting to stand up their own cybersecurity solutions by leveraging an AI model is, indeed, proving fanciful.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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After discovering the related national security concerns and a potential existential threat, Jay defied powerful institutional gatekeepers and risked everything in order to reveal that humanity is not alone in the universe and to ensure the government takes action.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2026
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Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Reeve said Kayla McBride led the defensive stand that limited Chicago’s chances in the paint.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Point Loma threatened to tie the game in the sixth and probably would have done so if not for the defensive play of the game.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Higher education institutions have been staring down a looming demographic reality that threatens not only their financial well-being but the nation’s workforce at large.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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After adventuring in Yellowstone National Park, a mere 80 minutes away, don’t miss the world-class Lebanese-Mediterranean fare at FIGS.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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These have really opened up quite remote parts of southern Peru to adventure travel, to a higher-end clientele.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 May 2026
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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