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raffles
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a competition where people buy tickets for a chance to win a prize, with the winner selected randomly
A raffle is a type of game of chance where people purchase tickets for a chance to win prizes. Each ticket has a unique number, and a drawing is held to randomly select the winning ticket numbers. The more tickets someone buys, the higher their chances of winning. Raffles are often organized for fundraising purposes, such as for charities or events, and the prizes can range from small items to large rewards like cars or vacations. The outcome depends entirely on luck, as the winning ticket is drawn at random.
- She won a bike in the school raffle.
- They organized a raffle to raise money for charity.
- He bought three tickets for the raffle.
- The raffle prize was a holiday trip.
- A raffle is a fun way to fundraise for the community.