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EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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But the bookie was already out hiring frighteners and the bet had to stand.
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His bookie gave him two months to pay.
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I couldn't believe the bookies were giving 9/1 for Leeds to win the whole thing on Sat. morning.
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Ira Sanchez offered a bet and the bookie took it on the nod.
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Their other great cause for concern is the access children could gain to virtual casinos and bookies.