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gambling

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


Example Sentences

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“They then actually believe they’re good at gambling, even though there’s no such thing,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The line between investing and gambling has always been a bit blurry, but it has never been easier for investors to step over the line without even realizing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Teens also tend to think they’re invincible, Clark said, dismissing the potential bad outcomes from their gambling more readily.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Then, America’s postcrisis gambling addiction will be revealed for what it is.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

She joined him for lectures, celebrations, athletic events, hunting parties, gambling, and gaming.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby