outcome

conduct or comport oneself v play a role or part v discharge one's duties v pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind v be suitable for theatrical performance v have an effect or outcome

n a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome v put at risk

n an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions n the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) n the action of directing something at an object n the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies v point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards v propose or intend v move into a desired direction of discourse v specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public v intend (something) to move towards a certain goal v direct (a remark) toward an intended goal v have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal

stake on the outcome of an issue

n the money risked on a gamble n the act of gambling v maintain with or as if with a bet v stake on the outcome of an issue v have faith or confidence in