as in gamble
a risky undertaking
their latest business venture failed big-time
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
don't venture more money than you can afford to lose
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2
as in to risk
to take a chance on
ventured to speak plainly at the meeting
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Recent Examples of venture
Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Those with more time and a bigger appetite for hiking can venture to the top of those falls.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Spotlight on Maryland is a joint venture by FOX45 News, The Baltimore Sun and WJLA in Washington, D.C. Have a news tip?
—Tessa Bentulan, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2025
Dexter unknowingly steps into a Gotham-like serial-killer universe led by twisted billionaire venture capitalist Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) and his chief of security, Charley (Uma Thurman).
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Verb
Trim outdoor activities to essentials: When venturing outside is unavoidable, restrict your time outdoors solely to essential activities.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Those with more time and a bigger appetite for hiking can venture to the top of those falls.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
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The gamble seemed to have paid off, though, when in the opening minute James, playing in the advanced midfield role, found herself with a great goalscoring opportunity but failed to hit the target, then delivered a promising deep cross which her team-mates could not reach.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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But relying on natural gas to fill the gap over at least the next five years appears to be both a foolhardy and highly expensive gamble.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Verb
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They are endangered and their global population has declined 40% in the last three generations, according to the NOAA.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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Just one incident can endanger life and necessitate an expensive manufacturer recall even if nobody got hurt.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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And the country has fallen victim to armed gangs, who think nothing of torching homes, schools and hospitals, killing and kidnapping the missionaries who risk their lives to bring hope and comfort to a people in dire need.—
Bea L. Hines,
Miami Herald,
4 July 2025
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Even that may not have been enough for prosecutors to want to risk a trial.—
Nicole Blanchard
Updated July 3,
Idaho Statesman,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Ahead of the release of James Gunn's Superman (in theaters now), speculation spiraled around who exactly was underneath the black suit of this mysterious figure.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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With deal speculation set to heat up, another twist is Steven Mnuchin, the Secretary of the Treasury during President Trump’s first term and a former Goldman Sachs banker.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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Florida has taken multiple other steps to back the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, including having its law enforcement work in agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and threatening punishments against localities in the state that decline to partner with ICE.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Instead of students presenting class projects, the event featured leading researchers from across the country standing in front of posters outlining their work — and the federal cuts that now threaten it.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Based on Luke Pearson's graphic novels, Hilda follows a young girl's (voiced by Bella Ramsey) adventures through a fantasy world that combines the gonzo creativity of Adventure Time with the gentle, dreamlike atmosphere of Studio Ghibli's strongest works.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 June 2025
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Overlanding is a form of self-reliant travel that involves adventuring to remote destinations, typically in a vehicle of some type.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
21 June 2025
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That opens the door for several House Republicans to step up for a chance to serve as the next chairman, a position Green has held since 2018.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
7 July 2025
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However, weather conditions may be less ideal, with a partly cloudy sky and a chance of rain or even storms in the afternoon.—
Sophie Levenson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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