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a person or thing that is chosen
your best bet would be the scenic route along the coast
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Recent Examples of bets
Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Here are the latest gambling odds and prop bets for Super Bowl LX.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
In years past, trafficking in this inside information was highly lucrative because a number of sportsbooks would take sizable bets.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
For instance, Kalshi offers the chance to put money on everything from the winner of the game and traditional prop bets like who will score a touchdown to what will the NBC broadcasters say during the game.
—Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
The verdict came after a multiweek trial that featured testimony from Major League Baseball officials and Donny Kadokawa, a Hawaii baseball coach whom Puig placed bets through.
—Jaimie Ding, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Accepting, placing or recording sports bets is a misdemeanor under state law.
—Bee Staff
february 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The value of an ounce of gold reached an all-time high late last year as investors looked for much safer bets than volatile cryptocurrencies.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 5 Feb. 2026
The firm had been the inspiration that led him to a career in venture capital, and John Doerr, the legendary Kleiner rainmaker who made early bets on Google, Amazon, and Netscape, had been his role model.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Similarly, if an existing account that typically bets $50 on certain games suddenly places a $1,000 bet, that outlier behavior could trigger an investigation.
—Dian Zhang, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Told no at every turn, Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
Noun
Capital misallocation risk The equity stakes also raise the question of whether the government can be trusted to make the right bets on companies and technologies that will succeed over the long term, Harrell said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Here are the latest gambling odds and prop bets for Super Bowl LX.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
In years past, trafficking in this inside information was highly lucrative because a number of sportsbooks would take sizable bets.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
For instance, Kalshi offers the chance to put money on everything from the winner of the game and traditional prop bets like who will score a touchdown to what will the NBC broadcasters say during the game.
—Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
The verdict came after a multiweek trial that featured testimony from Major League Baseball officials and Donny Kadokawa, a Hawaii baseball coach whom Puig placed bets through.
—Jaimie Ding, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Accepting, placing or recording sports bets is a misdemeanor under state law.
—Bee Staff
february 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The value of an ounce of gold reached an all-time high late last year as investors looked for much safer bets than volatile cryptocurrencies.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 5 Feb. 2026
The firm had been the inspiration that led him to a career in venture capital, and John Doerr, the legendary Kleiner rainmaker who made early bets on Google, Amazon, and Netscape, had been his role model.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
If a new account opens and immediately bets on a single player micro-market, that’s suspicious.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Similarly, if an existing account that typically bets $50 on certain games suddenly places a $1,000 bet, that outlier behavior could trigger an investigation.
—Dian Zhang, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Told no at every turn, Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bets
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The agency is preparing to send four astronauts back to the Moon this March on a high-stakes, ten-day mission to the far side.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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For companies, the reputational and financial stakes are high.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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The success Darnold found led to choices in free agency, every player’s dream.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Esteemed Venus is strolling into your 2nd House of Satisfaction, supporting thoughtful choices that align with your independent values and strengthen confidence through stewardship.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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Kalshi tested the waters by offering its first wagers on the Super Bowl in early 2025 and the CFTC did not step in to stop them.—
Peyton Forte,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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See the latest odds and wagers here.—
Anna Tingley,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2026
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From galaxy-spanning Star Wars icons to Broadway favorites, wizarding rivals, and nostalgic cartoon duos, BrickHeadz builds turn favorite pop culture figures into desk- and shelf-worthy decor.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Feb. 2026
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Her other dependable favorites are Vitamin A’s Ada Metallic Underwire One-Piece Swimsuit and Cupshe’s High Waisted V-Neck Twist Front Bikini Set.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
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Where to Stay The 1850 Hotel The 20-suite 1850 Hotel puts you right in the heart of Boone, a short walk from charming boutiques, coffee shops, and bars.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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When the weather allows, outdoor seating puts diners on eye level with the skyline.—
Kasia Dietz,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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From the quick grab-and-go selections at Martha’s Market to the dress-up atmosphere of the American Audubon Dining Room, there are plenty of options to satiate your appetite.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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The wine list boasts around 500 bottles, including Italian wines (at least half are from the Valtellina region) and international selections.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Bets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bets. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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