noun
- A wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful.
- synonyms: escapade, risky venture, dangerous undertaking
verb
- Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome.
- usage: "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"
- synonyms: gamble, chance, risk, hazard, take chances, run a risk, take a chance
- Put at risk.
- usage: "I will stake my good reputation for this"
- synonyms: venture, hazard, stake, jeopardize
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