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
Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Trump is gambling that our largest trading partners will come to the table and negotiate terms that favor the US at their expense.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 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
DeMaio did not run for re-election to his District 5 council seat in 2012, choosing instead to gamble his political future on the San Diego Mayor’s Office.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Trump is gambling that our largest trading partners will come to the table and negotiate terms that favor the US at their expense.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gamble
Noun
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The founding partners of Slate PR have dissolved the publicity firm after 15 years, but are staying in business together with the launch of new venture, Apex Public Relations.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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That announcement of a new venture came sooner rather than later and revealed that four of Slate PR’s founders are sticking together.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 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
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The 46 economists surveyed by Wolters Kluwer Blue Chip Economic Indicators estimate a 47% chance of recession, up from 25% in February.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Fire’s best chance came in the 88th minute when Jonathan Bamba’s point-blank shot was stopped by Ustari.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Scott Taylor, lead mechanical engineer for manufacturer Lockheed Martin, put the effort in perspective in a 2023 news release.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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Although the premium hospitality OVG Hospitality already provides in Las Vegas, Phoenix, London and Abu Dhabi resonated with the Lightning ownership, Granger said that a desire to put a local spin on Amalie’s food and beverage offerings helped win the bid.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The anticipation surrounding the WrestleMania 41 main event, a Triple Threat match for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship featuring CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins, has intensified with speculation regarding the role of the ever-scheming Paul Heyman.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The latter model is being built on speculation (without an owner), showcasing the brand’s pre-established strength in the market.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Place a $5 bet or wager up to $1,000 with a safety net.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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With broader legalization and the more widespread use of the internet since the Pandemic, in 2024 Americans wagered $147.9 billion on sports contests.—
Martin Edel,
Sportico.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Gamble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamble. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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