as in venture
a risky undertaking
it's a gamble, but I'm willing to take the risk
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Recent Examples of gamble
Christina Merino, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2025
Trump ripped up the global trade playbook virtually overnight, a gamble to reinvigorate domestic industry that might take years to adapt — assuming this trade policy stays intact.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 5 Apr. 2025
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2025
In contrast, Trump appears willing to gamble with the U.S. supply of potash, even as major alternative producers—Russia, Belarus, and China—pose geopolitical challenges.
— Made By History, Time, 15 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Economic experts warned that President Trump’s steep tariffs are a high-stakes gamble that risk throwing the U.S into a recession.
—Christina Merino, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2025
Trump ripped up the global trade playbook virtually overnight, a gamble to reinvigorate domestic industry that might take years to adapt — assuming this trade policy stays intact.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
Even after gambling significant resources to trade up and nab Troy Franklin in the fourth round last year, there’s ample reason for the Broncos to reach high on a wideout next week in Green Bay.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2025
In contrast, Trump appears willing to gamble with the U.S. supply of potash, even as major alternative producers—Russia, Belarus, and China—pose geopolitical challenges.
— Made By History, Time, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gamble
Noun
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The project marks Maddock Films’ first venture into the historical epic genre and features Kaushal alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2025
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That was the impetus for his latest business venture, appropriately named Game 7.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Another series where the heavy betting underdog has a real chance to cause problems is Knicks (3) vs. Pistons (6).—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Following its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2021, the company bet heavy on all-electric vehicles, specifically Teslas, which cost the company billions following a significant decline in their residual values.—
Yun Li,Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There is a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11 a.m. Saturday with a high of 80.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2025
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Some see the church’s future as lying in Asia, which has led to speculation the next pope could be from Southeast Asia.—
Alicia Johnson,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2025
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There’s also growing speculation that the Federal Reserve might soon cut interest rates.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Place a $5 bet for a $150 bonus or wager up to $1,000 with a safety net.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Betting favorites and top players continue to take a bulk of the betting action when wagering to win.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Gamble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamble. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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