venture 1 of 2

noun

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

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venture

2 of 2

verb

ˈven(t)-shər How to pronounce venture (audio)
1
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
Noun
Her ventures eventually stretched into books, beauty, fragrances, food, and other consumer products. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 With their Spotify deal axed and their other ventures failing to gain much traction, Harry and Meghan needed pastures new. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 28 Aug. 2026
Verb
Apple TV‘s Dark Matter is venturing into uncharted territory for season 2. — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 Built to venture beyond the pavement More important in Colorado is what happens when the pavement becomes less cooperative. — Tim Jackson, Denver Post, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for venture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for venture
  1. gamble
  2. endanger
  3. risk
  4. chance
  5. threaten
  6. adventure
Noun
  • That defiance underscores the central gamble of Washington’s strategy.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Dearden took off as fan-favorite Mel at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, and the personal gamble paid off.
    — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of gamble
Verb
  • Johnson said moving some of those funds would not endanger any ongoing projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.
    — A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Still, the trade war has compounded GOP concerns that the party is barreling toward November with a political weight on its back that could endanger Republicans’ prospects of holding on to their narrow majorities in the House and Senate.
    — David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of endanger
Verb
  • This exceeds the city manager’s authority to move temporary shelter projects forward without council approval, risking a vote that could stop the project altogether.
    — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Allen Berezovsky / Getty Images If not, the NBA risks losing an incredible feature in its repertoire.
    — Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of risk
Noun
  • He was projected as a late-round draft pick in 2026, and another productive season, along with further development in the SEC, could boost his chances for a lasting NFL career starting in 2027.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Then, there will be another chance for some showers Friday into Saturday as a cold front approaches.
    — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of chance
Verb
  • An 18-year-old North Carolina woman threatened to fabricate child molestation accusations if a man didn’t give her cash, according to police in Huntersville.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Trump has threatened to also double tariffs on automobiles and auto parts from Canada from 25% to 50%.
    — Joey Garrison, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of threaten
Verb
  • Everything from ziplining and ATV adventures to a tour of Tulum can be booked.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Into every life a little rain must fall, so offset it with epic hunting adventures.
    — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026
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“Venture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venture. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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