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Vocabulary Entry
bet
|noun • verb
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N
noun
An agreement in which one party stakes something of value against the chance of receiving something of greater value based on the outcome of an event.
Example Sentences
"He placed a bet on the horse race."
"Her bet on the football game paid off well."
"They made a friendly bet on who could run faster."
V
verb
To risk something, usually money, on the outcome of an event.
Example Sentences
"I bet five dollars on the game."
"He decided to bet against the popular team."
"She always bets wisely to increase her chances of winning."