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venture capitalist

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noun

  1. a person or company that provides capital for new commercial enterprises

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No machine or predatory venture capitalist can understand that truth, much less turn it into a film.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Some big names expected at the event are venture capitalist Tim Draper, motivational speaker Tony Robbins, boxer Mike Tyson and fund manager Cathie Wood.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Enter Lip-Bu Tan, a venture capitalist and turnaround expert who was responsible for the revival of Cadence Design Systems, which gained more than 3,200% over his 12-year tenure.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The round was led Khosla Ventures, founded by prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalist Vinod Khosla.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

De Soto was a novel figure: half warrior, half venture capitalist.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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