gambling

Example Sentences

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It’s getting hard to tell the difference between investing and gambling.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

And while Americans may think Nevada — home of gambling mecca Las Vegas — would be the state with the most handle, other states have overtaken the Silver State in recent years.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Prediction markets claim federal regulation, but some states view them as illegal gambling.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

However, Duncan Smith said self-regulation had "proven ineffective across much of gambling policy" and called on the government to introduce "a robust regulatory framework with enforceable safeguards".

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Chaises and high-backed chairs and claw-footed sofas circle the game tables, which spill over with candles, desserts, and pastel-colored gambling chips.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton