high-rolling
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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In recent years, Beijing has cracked down on high-rolling gamblers and their agents, once responsible for the majority of Macau’s casino revenue, forcing companies like Las Vegas Sands to pivot to mass-market customers.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
Ethics Commission, Lee finally broke his silence, divulging details of the high-rolling trip and insisting that he paid for his share.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2025
By the encore, he'd given up all pretence of being a high-rolling playboy.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025
Too bad, too, because both teams looked every bit the high-rolling risk-takers that the betting houses love.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2024
The ear-splitting, chrome-encrusted Hog that Jann loaned me was a thrilling ride, and my high-rolling companions were friendly enough.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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