Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bet (on)
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Demand is highest when the weather is at its worst, which subjects you to freezing temperatures and rotten road conditions.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026 -
For the first time, balls and strikes can now be challenged, subjecting the fundamental building block of the game to review.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2026
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Before the game, Rozier allegedly tipped off a group of bettors, who wagered on his plan to leave early — generating tens of thousands of dollars in profits.—
Chloe Atkins,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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Extra perks include a Chanel counter in the ladies powder room with a makeup artist and seamstress on hand for a helping spritz ‘n’ stitch, while those chasing Derby glory stick close to the dedicated betting advisor for the inside track on the top trainers and horses to wager on.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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The ordeal, which exposed fierce acrimony between House and Senate Republicans, left thousands of workers without pay, upended air travel and jeopardized Americans' safety.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Republicans in some states cannot just eliminate all those districts without spreading enough Democratic voters around to jeopardize their own incumbents.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Place the chicken in front of you, breast up, with the neck pointing away from you.—
Peter Barrett,
Outside Online,
9 June 2025
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Its superiority was passed like a shibboleth among food connoisseurs: Thighs are juicier, tastier, are almost half the price—preferable in just about every way to the boneless, skinless, flavorless breasts that reign supreme in America.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2025
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The police department said body camera footage has already helped lead to charges against a driver accused of endangering a crossing guard and children.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Israel had said ban was necessary Initially, Israel said the ban was necessary because foreign journalists allowed into Gaza could give away the positions of Israeli soldiers and endanger them.—
Deepti Hajela,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Bet (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bet%20%28on%29. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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