venture

/ˈvɛntʃər/
noun
  1. A risky or daring undertaking, especially a business or commercial project.
    • Starting a new restaurant is a risky venture, but she was excited to try.
    • The company's latest venture into renewable energy has attracted many investors.
    • Their joint venture with a European firm expanded their market globally.
verb
  1. To dare to do something risky or to go somewhere dangerous or unknown.
    • They ventured out into the storm to rescue the stranded hikers.
    • She ventured to ask her boss for a raise after a year of hard work.
    • He ventured into the dark cave despite his fear.
  2. To express an opinion or suggestion tentatively, knowing it might be wrong or unwelcome.
    • I venture to say that this is the best movie of the year.
    • He ventured an opinion about the new policy during the meeting.
    • May I venture a guess that you're from Canada?
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