was gambling
- past progressive of gamble.
Example Sentences
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It was gambling on a person’s well-being—tied to military conflict, regime change and geopolitical consequences that many traders scarcely understand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
But it wasn’t investing, it was gambling, and potent social forces were lined up against it, including Wall Street.
From Barron's ● Apr. 7, 2026
"Whenever I spoke to them, the bank gave me constant reassurances that this was just a blip, so I decided to go for it. It didn't feel like I was gambling."
From BBC ● May 3, 2023
“I was gambling with being able to maintain the status, and I would’ve won my gamble, except for 2008.”
From New York Times ● May 6, 2020
In his drive to bring Riddle to the table, Howard was gambling with his own horse’s chances.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
