lottery
Pronunciation: [ˈlɒt.əri]
Word
Context: "games"
(noun) a game where people buy tickets and choose numbers. If their numbers match the ones drawn, they can win money or prizes. It's a fun way to try and win something big, but the chances of winning are usually very low.
Example
She won a large sum of money in the lottery and was very happy.
Example
He didn't win anything in the lottery and felt disappointed.
Example
Have you ever bought a lottery ticket?
Context: "chance"
(noun) a situation where a prize or benefit is awarded randomly, often by drawing lots or selecting randomly. It's based on luck, and many people enter to see if they might get something special.
Example
The school's raffle was like a lottery, and many students hoped to win the prizes.
Example
It was not fair to compare the opportunity to win the prize to a lottery, since everyone had equal chances.
Example
What happens if I enter the lottery for a chance to win a car?
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