as in to endanger
to place in danger
don't do anything that will jeopardize your place on the advisory board
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Recent Examples of jeopardize
And this is from fellow Democrats who think that this could jeopardize Democratic chances in the fall.
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ABC News,
28 June 2026
In fact, many Democratic lawmakers are calling for increases in investments to the Medicaid program, particularly in the wake of pending federal work requirements that could jeopardize coverage for more than 100,000 residents currently enrolled in the program.
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Katy Golvala,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
His refusal to do so jeopardizes public safety.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Sound budgeting should align recurring expenditures with reliable, ongoing revenues and not jeopardize long-term financial health.
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Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
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ABC News,
28 June 2026
In fact, many Democratic lawmakers are calling for increases in investments to the Medicaid program, particularly in the wake of pending federal work requirements that could jeopardize coverage for more than 100,000 residents currently enrolled in the program.
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Katy Golvala,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
His refusal to do so jeopardizes public safety.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Sound budgeting should align recurring expenditures with reliable, ongoing revenues and not jeopardize long-term financial health.
—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jeopardize
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The zoo called Nangka's birth a major achievement for the genetic diversity and conservation of the species, which is critically endangered.
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Court records show Pawnell faces charges including second-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child.
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The caller reported that a family member was threatening them.
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In the weeks since Fable 5 and Mythos 5 were forced out of commission, industry leaders and experts became increasingly worried that the ad-hoc ban would threaten America’s AI lead against China.
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“Jeopardize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jeopardize. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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