endangers; endangered; endangering
ɪnˈdeɪnʤrɪŋ 
: to cause (someone or something) to be in a dangerous place or situation
Parents feared that the dog could endanger their children.
The severe drought has endangered crops throughout the area.
The controversy endangered [=threatened] his chances for reelection.
Note: In the U.S., if you drive in a way that is not safe the police may officially accuse you of driving to endanger.
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“Endanger.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/endanger. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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