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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

The vision of a Nevada gambling hub south of Las Vegas along the Interstate 15 Freeway was perhaps done in by SoCal tribal casinos offering shorter drives and similar services.

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

Cornwall was now totally exposed to the possibility that Bear Stearns would be unable to pay off its gambling debts.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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