in danger
idiom
1
: in a situation in which loss of life or serious harm is possible
We're still in (grave/great/serious) danger.
Their lives are in danger.
2
: in a situation in which something bad or harmful is possible
—usually + of
She's in danger of failing.
We're all in danger of losing our jobs.
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The Jayhawks did see a 13-point lead dip to four points in the second half, but never appeared in danger of losing.
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Nov. 2025
Moctar sings in Tamasheq, a language in danger of fading away.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
Their foolish screed sows doubt and confusion — which only puts our warriors in danger.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
But residents, including Langley, say their neighborhoods are in danger no matter what design is chosen.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Nov. 2025
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Nov. 2025
Moctar sings in Tamasheq, a language in danger of fading away.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
Their foolish screed sows doubt and confusion — which only puts our warriors in danger.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
But residents, including Langley, say their neighborhoods are in danger no matter what design is chosen.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Nov. 2025
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“In danger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20danger. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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