game of chance

noun phrase

: a game (such as a dice game) in which chance rather than skill determines the outcome

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While variations exist between games of chance and sports betting, the core path might involve consuming sports news, learning the basics of gambling, understanding odds and rules, comparing different casinos, and finally choosing a preferred gaming platform. Larry Gurreri, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 Daytime shows revolve around games of chance deemed simple enough to provide the most mindless of background noise while people do chores around the house, but the money involved often has life-changing implications for those involved. Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2024 Data published by the American Gaming Association last year found that most Americans view them as games of chance. Christina Lengyel | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Aug. 2024 Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm. Don Sweeney, Miami Herald, 28 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for game of chance 

Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of game of chance was in 1660

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“Game of chance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20of%20chance. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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