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
Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
Frank McCourt announced on Monday that Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit and a venture capitalist, has joined his bid to acquire TikTok's U.S. operations as a strategic adviser specializing in social media.
—Dawn Chmielewski, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 3 Mar. 2025
Then on March 2, while transiting your ninth house of expansion, the sun will clash with Jupiter and create tension between your desire for introspection and the need to venture outside your comfort zone.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The Trump family’s first crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, was founded in 2024 and soon drew the interest of a major Chinese crypto entrepreneur, Justin Sun.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
Frank McCourt announced on Monday that Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit and a venture capitalist, has joined his bid to acquire TikTok's U.S. operations as a strategic adviser specializing in social media.
—Dawn Chmielewski, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
In an effort to further dissuade reckless hikers, state legislators in Hawaii are currently considering a bill that would authorize the state to seek reimbursement from hikers who need rescue after venturing onto closed trails.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 3 Mar. 2025
Then on March 2, while transiting your ninth house of expansion, the sun will clash with Jupiter and create tension between your desire for introspection and the need to venture outside your comfort zone.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
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Both companies were shaky bets but the government’s gamble paid off.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The correct reclamation project gamble can make a sizable difference.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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West Jefferson County fire and rescue said the flames endangered several homes but fortunately, as of Monday, no homes have been impacted.—
Rebecca Angel Baer,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2025
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Freezing temperatures can endanger health, particularly of vulnerable groups like children and the elderly, whilst snow can lead to dangerous driving conditions.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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While some leaders lean in, experiment, and unlock AI’s potential, others risk falling behind, paralyzed by uncertainty.—
Margie Warrell,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Today, indie filmmakers face a tough choice: either comply with demands of CBFC, thus risking their creativity for a theatrical release, or abandon the idea entirely in favor of OTT platforms.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Stafford and the Rams agreed to a contract adjustment on Friday, ending several weeks of speculation about the 16-year veteran’s future.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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Like thank you? Butler, for one, doesn’t mind being the center of speculation.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada had already been set to go into effect, but the president had not previously threatened to impose an additional 10% tariffs on Chinese imports after the initial 10% tariff on the country’s goods went into effect earlier this month.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN,
27 Feb. 2025
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Decimating agencies, military, siding with a terrorist state, threatening to invade US allies, stripping services from vets, ceding US power to Russia and China.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Stay in at the cozy bar or adventure out for apple picking at a nearby farm.—
Erika Veurink,
Architectural Digest,
19 Sep. 2024
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The cool winter weather lends itself to a crowd-free setting, leaving you free to adventure all day.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The pandemic gave many people more time at home and a chance to rethink their relationship to work.—
Aatish Bhatia,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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At 6:13 of the period, the Blue Jackets went to the power play with a chance to push the lead to 4-1.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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