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In its broadest sense, gambling is risking something of value—usually money—on an uncertain outcome with the chance of gaining something in return. People often associate gambling with places such as racetracks or casinos, where they can bet money on the outcome of a horse race or casino game (e.g., roulette), but gambling can also be done on the Internet, the stock market, or at home with friends (e.g., cards). |