betting

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The first downtown stretch opened in March 1976 after more than a decade of planning, in an era when American cities were not exactly betting on subways.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

This is because the odds change based on how other people are betting rather than a bookmaker's judgement.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The American Gaming Association and a public health advocate called for stricter regulation of prediction markets and sports betting.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The firm bought big stakes in United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and Southwest Airlines in 2016, betting that consolidation had tempered the industry’s tendency for bruising fare wars that squeezed profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“Hey, I’m thinking of pulling together a betting pool for the pageant. You think you could get me some inside intel when the time comes?”

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy