The Clue
O.T.B. action (3 letter answer)
The Answer
BET
Tags
Notes
The answer BET is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
BET as a noun:
1. (stake, stakes, bet, wager) = the money risked on a gamble
2. (bet, wager) = the act of gambling; "he did it on a bet"
BET as a verb:
1. (bet, wager) = maintain with or as if with a bet; "I bet she will be there!"
2. (bet, wager, play) = stake on the outcome of an issue; "I bet $100 on that new horse"; "She played all her money on the dark horse"
3. (count, bet, depend, look, calculate, reckon) = have faith or confidence in; "you can count on me to help you any time"; "Look to your friends for support"; "You can bet on that!"; "Depend on your family in times of crisis"