banked on
Example Sentences
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The “self-fulfilling prophecy” of betting on rising winners has suddenly turned into a losing game for investors who banked on its success.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Starbucks has banked on higher service standards and warmer coffeehouse vibes as part of its effort to recharge sales.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 2, 2026
Failure to qualify is not expected to halt plans, with qualification said to be a bonus rather than something banked on.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2026
Despite his optimism even Real Sociedad coach Pellegrino Matarazzo would not have banked on going five games unbeaten after his appointment, including clashes against champions Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
We marched up the middle of the aisle, banked on both sides by rows of seats reserved for our graduating class.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
