betting (on)

present participle of bet (on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for betting (on)
Verb
  • Backdoor betting refers to wagering through less regulated channels like prediction markets, rather than highly regulated state casinos and sportsbooks.
    Matt Motta, Fortune, 23 June 2026
  • The Post also analyzed the money spent to show how much people are wagering, which sports are most popular for betting, and how much revenue sportsbooks are earning.
    Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • Theology studies programs are among the biggest to shift from professional to non-professional degrees in the shuffle, subjecting theology students to a lower student loan limit.
    Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Theology studies programs are among the biggest to shift from professional to non-professional degrees in the shuffle, subjecting theology students to a lower student loan limit.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • Court records show Pawnell faces charges including second-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • Based on the video, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office arrested and charged Cox with a felony for endangering the welfare of a physically disabled person.
    Lisa Rozner, CBS News, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Powerful allies, vital for global influence and technological collaboration, are often unfairly criticized, jeopardizing crucial trade and security ties.
    Michael P. Dempsey, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Critics warn the measure could spook some of California’s highest earners into moving out of fear of future taxes, jeopardizing the state’s long-term fiscal health.
    Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026
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“Betting (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/betting%20%28on%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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