wager
noun
something risked or staked on an uncertain event; bet.
had wagered
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past perfectof wager.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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On closer examination, however, it turned out that a single bettor had wagered large sums of money to falsely prop up Romney.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2024
Markets had wagered heavily on a steady outcome this month, though there is still some chance of a hike in November depending on how inflation progresses over the third quarter.
From Reuters ● Oct. 3, 2023
Sean was bullish on McAuliffe, and had wagered accordingly.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 26, 2023
The report from the Pew Research Center shows that 19% of adults surveyed said they had wagered on sports.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 14, 2022
Abigail had wagered her reputation, her job, and perhaps her overall career on a hunch.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
