Run A Risk (Verb)
Meaning
Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome; "When you buy these stocks you are gambling".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- She's run a risk by investing all her savings in this startup hoping for a huge return in the future.
- He knew that quitting his job to travel would run a risk of not having enough money, but he couldn't resist the urge.
- Her decision to run a risk and switch careers at 40 paid off in the end, leading to a more fulfilling life.
- By launching her own business, she chose to run a risk in the hope of becoming her own boss someday.
- He decided to run a risk and asked his long-time crush out on a date, despite the possibility of being rejected.