gamble
Pronunciation: [ˈɡæmbl]
Word
Context: "games"
(verb) to play a game where you can win or lose money based on chance. This means you take a risk because you don't know if you will win or lose.
Example
Last weekend, I decided to gamble on the new card game with my friends and we had a lot of fun.
Example
She never likes to gamble because she is afraid of losing money.
Example
Why do some people choose to gamble instead of just playing for fun?
Context: "games"
(noun) the act of playing a game where money is involved, taking a risk to win something. When you gamble, you are hoping for a good outcome, but there is a chance you might lose.
Example
His gamble in the poker game paid off, and he won a big prize.
Example
Her gamble on the horse race didn't turn out well, and she lost her money.
Example
Do you think taking a gamble is worth the risk in the game?
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