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
Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Steve Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2025
In the past, this often led them to venture beyond local borders, especially for certain procedures where other regions offer specialized expertise and competitive prices.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
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Noun
Spotlight on Maryland is a joint venture by FOX45 News, The Baltimore Sun and WJLA in Washington, D.C. Have a news tip?
—Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Verb
But creating a journey that ventures off the well-trodden path while still delivering comfort can be challenging.
—Steve Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2025
In the past, this often led them to venture beyond local borders, especially for certain procedures where other regions offer specialized expertise and competitive prices.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
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But this is a major economic gamble being undertaken by Trump and those pushing for lower rates under the belief that mortgages will also become more affordable as a result and boost homebuying activity.—
Josh Boak,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Miami is always selling and Alcántara's inconsistency means keeping him around next season is a gamble the front office won't take.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Womack has been hit with multiple counts, including corrupt organizations, endangering the welfare of care, unlawful use of a computer, identity theft, forgery and theft by unlawful taking.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 July 2025
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In the days following Josh's conviction, news broke that Wissmann was charged with endangering the welfare of a minor in September 2021.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Don't squeeze the tick between your fingers; that risks the ticks' germs spreading to your skin.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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McIlroy's broader message was clear that the PGA Tour must evolve or risk losing relevance.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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Ahead of the release of James Gunn's Superman (in theaters now), speculation spiraled around who exactly was underneath the black suit of this mysterious figure.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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As Kehoe stood with local and statewide elected officials at Chappell’s Restaurant & Sports Museum, speculation has intensified over the future of the Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
Verb
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The long road to understanding and treating Alzheimer’s disease will get even longer as Alzheimer’s grants are threatened.—
Ari Geller,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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In recent years, Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank have expanded massively, often with the encouragement of the Israeli government, threatening the chances of creating a contiguous Palestinian state in the region.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Overlanding is a form of self-reliant travel that involves adventuring to remote destinations, typically in a vehicle of some type.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
19 July 2025
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Along the way, some of them want to take escapism and adventure a bit further.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Here are suggestions for staying 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,
31 July 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.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 July 2025
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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