Answer: gambled

AnswerCrossword Clue
GAMBLEDBet
GAMBLEDTried the slots
GAMBLEDPicked teams, perhaps
GAMBLEDPlayed
gambledTake risky action in the hope of a desired result
gambledBet (a sum of money) in such a way
gambledGAMBLE, to play a game of chance
gambledPlay games of chance for money; bet