venture 1 of 2

as in gamble
a risky undertaking their latest business venture failed big-time

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venture

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verb

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Recent Examples of venture
Noun
The Trump family’s first crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, was founded in 2024 and soon drew the interest of a major Chinese crypto entrepreneur, Justin Sun. Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025 Frank McCourt announced on Monday that Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit and a venture capitalist, has joined his bid to acquire TikTok's U.S. operations as a strategic adviser specializing in social media. Dawn Chmielewski, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
In an effort to further dissuade reckless hikers, state legislators in Hawaii are currently considering a bill that would authorize the state to seek reimbursement from hikers who need rescue after venturing onto closed trails. Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 3 Mar. 2025 Then on March 2, while transiting your ninth house of expansion, the sun will clash with Jupiter and create tension between your desire for introspection and the need to venture outside your comfort zone. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for venture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
Noun
  • There will always be someone cheaper, and there will always be a client willing to take the gamble.
    Curtis Priest, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • An insider suggests that these aren’t off the wall gambles but are all part of the plan, taking more familiar IP and genres and entrusting filmmakers to give it their own spin.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • West Jefferson County fire and rescue said the flames endangered several homes but fortunately, as of Monday, no homes have been impacted.
    Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Freezing temperatures can endanger health, particularly of vulnerable groups like children and the elderly, whilst snow can lead to dangerous driving conditions.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Today, indie filmmakers face a tough choice: either comply with demands of CBFC, thus risking their creativity for a theatrical release, or abandon the idea entirely in favor of OTT platforms.
    Viren Naidu, IndieWire, 8 Mar. 2025
  • While some leaders lean in, experiment, and unlock AI’s potential, others risk falling behind, paralyzed by uncertainty.
    Margie Warrell, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • After a ton of speculation on her appearance, Millie Bobby Brown went out in full force to call out those who criticized her appearance.
    Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 4 Mar. 2025
  • The images quickly went viral, generating a mix of speculation, confusion and outrage across the political spectrum.
    Will Steakin, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2025
  • That missed payment was a major contributor to the union’s decision to threaten a strike, further accelerating the trucking company’s demise as more clients diverted freight to other customers.
    Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Stay in at the cozy bar or adventure out for apple picking at a nearby farm.
    Erika Veurink, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2024
  • The cool winter weather lends itself to a crowd-free setting, leaving you free to adventure all day.
    Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • At 6:13 of the period, the Blue Jackets went to the power play with a chance to push the lead to 4-1.
    Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The pandemic gave many people more time at home and a chance to rethink their relationship to work.
    Aatish Bhatia, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2025

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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.

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