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

“This was a game of Russian roulette every time an actor had a gun with dummies,” Morrissey said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 6, 2024

No one ever liked being sent back to the agency, of course, entering into the Russian roulette of a brand-new home.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway