big stake

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

referring to a large amount of money that could be won or lost in a game or bet

stakeADJECTIVE + stake

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big

Examples (10)

  • The seasoned gambler always played with a big stake, confident in his strategy.
  • He placed a big stake on the underdog, hoping for a massive payout.
  • The casino attracts high rollers who enjoy betting with big stakes.
  • Losing such a big stake in a single game was a harsh lesson for him.
  • She decided to risk a big stake on the final hand of poker.
  • With a big stake on the line, the tension in the room was palpable.
  • Only experienced players dare to enter games with such a big stake.
  • The online platform allows users to choose whether to play for a small or big stake.
  • He won a fortune after putting a big stake on the winning lottery numbers.
  • Despite the risk, they pooled their money to place a big stake on the championship fight.