gambling
Americannoun
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the activity or practice of playing at a game of chance for money or other stakes.
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the act or practice of risking the loss of something important by taking a chance or acting recklessly.
If you don't back up your data, that's gambling.
Etymology
Origin of gambling
Example Sentences
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For half an hour, gambling came to a halt while the protesters sang “We Shall Overcome.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 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
Maybe the end came seven years ago when a Supreme Court ruling led to sports gambling becoming legal.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
All three were worried that Bear Stearns might fail and be unable to make good on its gambling debts.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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