Used in a Sentence

sweepstakes

Definition, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for sweepstakes.

Editorial note

We currently run merit-based contests and sweepstakes for some of the biggest artists in the world across all genres.

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Quick take

Synonym of sweepstake.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of sweepstakes gathered in one view.

noun

Synonym of sweepstake.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for sweepstakes.

noun

Synonym of sweepstake.

Example sentences

1

We currently run merit-based contests and sweepstakes for some of the biggest artists in the world across all genres.

2

Hook it up to Angel List and you'll have made a fun sweepstakes investment game for VCs.

3

Unfortunately they want to milk you to death with Ad costs so they have a policy against sweepstakes, coupons and giveaways.

4

Not surprisingly, they look at sweepstakes far more than any other kind of content.

5

I read a lot of watch blogs, they do sweepstakes and brand reviews that I love to read.

6

If I was in change of a sweepstakes and saw his name come up I'd rig the contest somehow.

7

I also do a lot of sweepstakes entries; I've never won, but meh it's free anyway.

8

They probably either prohibit all forms of contests and sweepstakes, impose taxes, or regulate them so tightly that it's better to just not bother.

9

I do, but it's only to use on the random website/sweepstakes that require an account (not even my real name).

10

The act of forcing someone to retweet a message could be reasonably construed to violate the consideration clause in Federal and State sweepstakes laws.

11

I agree paper is cheaper than digital when you subscribe at those sweepstakes type rates.

12

There are folks who enter games, contests and sweepstakes for a living (remember that Julianne Moore movie?) but that’s some serious dedication to the cause.

Quote examples

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He doesn't make a hard distinction between gray-area fraudulent "sweepstakes" ads and legitimate ads.

2

(That's for the obvious reason of preventing karma sweepstakes and race conditions.) Should we make this "Idea" thread a regular feature?

3

At the end of the day, receiving a call from a "debt collector" is no different than receiving a call from "Windows Support" or "Oil Fund of Nigeria" (or even sweepstakes / political campaigns).

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use sweepstakes in a sentence?

We currently run merit-based contests and sweepstakes for some of the biggest artists in the world across all genres.

What does sweepstakes mean?

Synonym of sweepstake.

What part of speech is sweepstakes?

sweepstakes is commonly used as noun.