gamble

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In Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, near-daily drone barrages have imposed a furtive rhythm to residents’ lives, making every trip to the market, school, health clinic or a relative’s home a gamble.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

He admitted the selection was "a gamble" and on this occasion, Walcott was not given any advance warning.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Buying perfume online can be a gamble: Unless shoppers have smelled the fragrance in real life, they have to buy it without testing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

He believes Horizon’s entry into the market is a calculated gamble on perfect timing.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

“A gamble... how interesting. Information in exchange for the harpy? Winner take all?”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan