# venturing

Pronunciation: US say "VEN-cher-ing" /ˈvɛn.t͡ʃəɹ.ɪŋ/; UK say "VEN-chuh-ring" /ˈvɛn.t͡ʃəɹ.ɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle of venture. — present participle and gerund of venture
   - Simple: Present participle of venture. Use this form for an action happening right now or one used as a noun.
   - _Venturing into uncharted waters, the crew soon lost radio contact._
   - _She spent the whole summer venturing through remote mountain villages._

## Noun

2. The action performed by someone who ventures, especially a daring or risky move into unfamiliar territory.
   - Simple: The act of taking a risk to try something new or go somewhere unknown.
   - _Her constant venturing into untested markets came to define her career._
   - _The reckless venturing of small boats far offshore has cost many lives in winter._

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