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to gamble
01
to do something risky that may result in a loss or failure, hoping to achieve what one wants
Intransitive: to gamble on sth
Transitive: to gamble sth on a likely success
1.1
to take part in games of chance or betting, involving money, hoping to win more in return
Intransitive: to gamble | to gamble on sth
Example
People often gather for friendly poker nights to gamble with friends.
Lottery participants have recently gambled on winning numbers.
Gamble
01
an act that someone does while knowing that there is a risk but also possible success
Example
Launching the new product without extensive market research was a gamble that ultimately failed.
Betting on the unproven player to win the championship was a risky gamble that thrilled the fans when he succeeded.
The entrepreneur 's gamble on developing innovative technology attracted many investors.
02
money bet on a chance to win more
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