Bet Proposals
Users propose, accept, or discuss wagers on claims, predictions, or statements made in Hacker News threads, often specifying stakes, odds, or counterparties.
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Would you like to bet on that? :)
Do you want to bet some money on that?
You would be wise to make that bet!
OK, let's bet money on it.
Would you like to place a bet on it?
I'll bet against that. What were the stakes again?
How much would you like to bet on that? I'm happy to be your counterparty.
The one you're about to found based on profits from this bet? ;)
I am asking what would you bet for.
Do you actually want to bet? I'd be happy to take your money.