Example Sentences

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There are no betting odds adorning the scrolling scoreboard.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

There is no rule in sports more sacred than the prohibition against betting on your own team.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

What’s Next: Kalshi and Polymarket are thriving in states like Texas and California, where traditional sports betting remains illegal, and prediction markets will be the only legal game in town for local bettors.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Nevertheless, betting against Elon Musk has not been a wise strategy in the past.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Just like Ariadne. I’m betting you can see the right path. The Labyrinth won’t be able to fool you as easily.”

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan