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Course going around accommodation is enjoyed by those prepared to take a risk where the balls might land (8)

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roulette

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'course' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for roulette that I've seen before include "Gambling game with small ball and revolving disc (8)" , "it's a gamble" , "Wheel of fortune" , "Game of chance with small ball" , "Whirling numbered wheel" .)

I've seen this clue in the Irish Times (Crosaire) and the Irish Times.
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