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Vocabulary Entry
gamble
|noun • verb
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N
noun
An act of risking money or valuables on an outcome that is uncertain.
Example Sentences
"His gamble on the horse paid off when it won the race."
"She made a gamble in the stock market that turned out to be profitable."
"The casino is known for its high-stakes gambles."
V
verb
To take a risk in the hopes of achieving a desired outcome.
Example Sentences
"They decided to gamble their savings on a new business venture."
"He likes to gamble at the poker table every weekend."
"Sometimes you have to gamble to get what you want."