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gambling

/ˈɡæm.blɪŋ/

Meanings
verb
To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome.

Examples :

"She is gambling on getting a promotion at work, hoping the new project will make a good impression. "
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Related Words

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something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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blackjack noun

/ˈblækdʒæk/

A common gambling card game in casinos, where the object is to get as close to 21 without going over.

"My uncle loves to play blackjack at the casino. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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impression noun

/ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/

The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.

"His head made an impression on the pillow."

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characterised verb

/ˈkærəktəraɪzd/ /ˈkærəktəˌraɪzd/

To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).

"The news report characterised the protesters as violent and disruptive, even though most of them were peaceful. "

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equipment noun

/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.

"The camping equipment was essential for a successful weekend trip. "

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promotion noun

/pɹəˈməʊʃən/ /pɹəˈmoʊʃən/

An advancement in rank or position.

"After many years of hard work, Maria received a promotion to senior manager. "

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positive noun

/ˈpɒzɪ̈tɪv/ /ˈpɑzɪ̈tɪv/

A thing capable of being affirmed; something real or actual.

"The positive of finishing the project early is a bonus week of vacation. "

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reputation noun

/ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/

What somebody is known for.

"My sister's reputation for being organized helped her excel in school. "

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understanding verb

/ʌndəˈstandɪŋ/ /ˌʌndəɹˈstændɪŋ/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

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monetary adjective

/ˈmʌnɪtəɹi/ /ˈmɑnɪteɹi/

Of, pertaining to, or consisting of money.

"The monetary value of the scholarship was enough to cover tuition fees. "

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potential noun

/pəˈtɛnʃəl/ /po(ʊ)ˈtɛnʃəl/

Currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to)

"Even from a young age it was clear that she had the potential to become a great musician."