GAMBLE (WITH) Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

gamble (with)

verb

Definition of gamble (with)

as in to endanger

to place in danger you don't want to gamble with your life, so buckle up

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But that’s not the same as asserting that the physical differences between males and females invariably mean that men will invariably prevail over women in all competitions or that their participation will endanger women.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
In addition, they are expected to argue the shooting endangered others at Kirk’s campus event — an aggravating circumstance that could make the crime punishable by death under Utah law.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026

Definition of endanger

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The trial court risked prejudicing the jury by improperly admitting evidence about Mead Johnson’s finances, including its revenues, profits, and executive compensation, the appeals court said.

— David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Delaying much beyond that risks the continuity that has sustained collider physics for generations.

— Florencia Canelli, Scientific American, 1 July 2026

Definition of risk

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The caller reported that a family member was threatening them.

— Nathan Pilling July 1, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
In the weeks since Fable 5 and Mythos 5 were forced out of commission, industry leaders and experts became increasingly worried that the ad-hoc ban would threaten America’s AI lead against China.

— Jared Perlo, NBC news, 1 July 2026

Definition of threaten

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There are captivating lakes aplenty, in particular Como and Garda, and the Dolomites for mountain lovers adventuring with their offspring.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 June 2026
Still, the accompanying 4,300-acre ski resort offers eco-adventures year-round, from river rafting and mountain biking to snowshoeing and ziplining.

— Sierra Vandervort, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026

Definition of adventure

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