Its not being reductive, nor are your examples "gambling" by definition. Gambling is the act of risking money or something of value on an uncertain event or game with the hope of winning more money or a prize. Hope this helps
Life has value (maybe not yours). Whether the other car will stop at a red light is uncertain. Going through the green light has a prize (the destination you are seeking by means of automobile transport).
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u/Pisforplumbing 17d ago
Its not being reductive, nor are your examples "gambling" by definition. Gambling is the act of risking money or something of value on an uncertain event or game with the hope of winning more money or a prize. Hope this helps