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gambling

[gam-bling] / ˈgæm blɪŋ /
NOUN
betting
Synonyms


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Options, meanwhile, are expected to be tradable by June 16, an event that should whip stock trading into a frenzy of gambling.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A month away from its closure, onetime gambling oasis Primm, Nev., located along the state border with Southern California, has a new lease on life.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

On the planned casino, Park has voiced strong opposition to the project, citing concerns over the effect that the casino could have on local communities, such as increasing gambling addiction.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Companies such as Kalshi claim this activity is not gambling in an effort to avoid state regulation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

A chosen few went with the King to play three feathers, a popular Sparra gambling game of which Bull Sparra was very fond.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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