Russian roulette

Example Sentences

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“We can’t play Russian roulette with the destiny of millions of people,” Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

"For governments to allow private entities to essentially play Russian roulette with every human being on earth is, in my view, a total dereliction of duty," said Russell, a prominent voice on AI safety.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

A council has been accused of "playing Russian roulette" with residents' lives over its plan to force people to get planning permission for second homes.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2024

"Otherwise, a full vacuum in the central bank leadership would bring the worst period of Lebanon's financial crisis yet. The deputy governors are playing Russian roulette," Boumounsef told Reuters.

From Reuters • Jul. 7, 2023

“It’s dangerous, like playing Russian roulette with the volcano,” grumbled Skamania Sheriff Bill Closner.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone