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have a stake in

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  1. Have a share, interest, or involvement in something or someone. For example, Every member had a stake in the business, or She knew that she had a stake in her children's future. This term uses stake in the sense of “something to gain or lose,” as in gambling. [Late 1700s]


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Because even those who believe in no religion at all have a stake in others’ freedom to pursue their vocations and do good works.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 22, 2025

The message has been that they want to create a new Syria with the involvement of all sections of society so that all will have a stake in the country's future.

From BBC Jan. 2, 2025

But he believes powerful interests have a stake in the outcome — enough so that he and Wheaton have moved out of the county.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 20, 2024

With so many devices as well as an array of partners who have a stake in the grid, it's becoming more taxing than ever to prevent or stop every potential attack.

From Science Daily Mar. 4, 2024

But, mind you, I have a stake in the country: don't forget that, dear boy.'

From The Wrong Box by Robert Louis Stevenson

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