make a bet

Frequency: 8.015.0 per million words

to risk money on the result of an event

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Examples (10)

  • I made a bet with a friend about the outcome of the game.
  • Let's make a bet: if I win this round, you buy dinner.
  • He's confident enough to make a large bet on his favorite team.
  • She made a foolish bet that she could finish the marathon without training.
  • Before you make a bet, you should understand the risks involved.
  • Are you really going to make a bet on such an unpredictable event?
  • They often make small bets with each other just for fun.
  • He has never made a bet in his life because he dislikes gambling.
  • We could make a friendly bet on who will get the promotion.
  • Making a bet without knowing the odds is not a wise decision.