Speculative enterprises

Usage examples of ventures.

I have been tempted by fair offers, and what I think I may call something beyond an average understanding of such matters, to go into ventures beyond my means.

Think back, George: what ventures have we lost money on and what ones have paid off?

You have the exploitation rights for radio, television, and other amusement and special feature ventures in connection with the first trip to the Moon.

It takes place in three acts: three times the metamorphosed Gregor Samsa ventures out of his room, with tumultuous results.

After giving a polite cough to announce his presence, he ventures down the steep flight of stairs to the basement.

As she sips her drink, he ventures another look at her face with its expression of contained amusement.

If anything, his apprehension increases, knotting his stomach as he ventures downstairs, past his own paintings and those of the students.

Mackintosh ventures into the living room to find the visitor looking the editor up and down.