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Lotteries

Verb / ˈlɑ:tɜ:i:z / Another word for lotteries — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lotteries are a way of raising money for a cause or organization by selling tickets and drawing random numbers to determine the winners.

Synonyms & similar words

lottery drawing raffles sweepstakes draws gambling raffling tombolas betting lotto bingo keno pool wagering jackpot

Example sentences

  1. The school held a lottery to raise money for new books.
  2. She won the lottery and became a millionaire.
  3. The lottery numbers are drawn every Saturday night.
  4. We bought a lottery ticket for a chance to win a trip.
  5. He played the lottery every week, hoping for a big win.

Quotes

  • Luck is not as random as you think. Before that lottery ticket won the jackpot, someone had to buy it. - Vera Nazarian
  • The lottery is a tax on people who are bad at math. - Ambrose Bierce
  • I've done the calculation, and your chances of winning the lottery are identical whether you play or not. - Fran Lebowitz

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