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lottery

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒt.əri]

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Learn how to use lottery in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

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.

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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?

How to pronounce lottery

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒt.əri]

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