bet

Example Sentences

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For what it’s worth, Duncan, who owns multiple homes, explained his bet in an email as a swap between disproportionate bets on physical assets and one with “asymmetric upside.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

The bet amounts were between $1 and $2.50.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

It was unclear initially who placed the bet.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Shares rose more than 400% since the end of March abruptly tanked last week as investors bet an equity offering could ease pressure on the stock.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

“Oh! Well, aren’t you lucky to have a guide like Anna May to help you along. I’ll bet she’ll let you know when she hears about a little role for you.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu