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as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
life is full of unexpected perils
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2
as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
they were unhappy about sending their son into peril overseas
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
a tribute to the men and women who, as firefighters, peril their lives daily
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Recent Examples of peril
Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 28 May 2025
The western portion of the continent is in particular peril of ice shelf retreat.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 22 May 2025
The immediate, hostile reaction to the deal from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s opponents illustrated the perils for almost any politician in revisiting Brexit.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 20 May 2025
The film exposes deep ties between the trophy hunting industry and policy decisions driven by both the U.S. and African governments, leaving communities and wildlife in deadly peril.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 May 2025
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Noun
Others among our favorite meal kits, like Green Chef (8/10, WIRED Recommends) or Purple Carrot (8/10, WIRED Recommends), offer excellent solutions for gluten-free or vegan home cooks to whom restaurants can often be fraught with peril.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 28 May 2025
The western portion of the continent is in particular peril of ice shelf retreat.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 22 May 2025
The immediate, hostile reaction to the deal from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s opponents illustrated the perils for almost any politician in revisiting Brexit.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 20 May 2025
The film exposes deep ties between the trophy hunting industry and policy decisions driven by both the U.S. and African governments, leaving communities and wildlife in deadly peril.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peril
Noun
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This watch is in effect until 10 p.m. What to do as threat of lightning approaches?—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
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If President Trump makes good on his threat to shift disaster response to the states, Florida and other states on the front lines of climate change will be the first to suffer.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
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Postal Service workers receive safety training to help minimize the risk of dangerous dog encounters.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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Critics, including lawmakers from both parties, have warned that sharing pre-strike details on an unsecured app could have endangered U.S. pilots.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The species is considered critically endangered due to its limited distribution and ongoing habitat threats.—
Real-Time news team,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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Along the coast, a different danger is lurking — a south swell bringing with it elevated surf up to 6 feet high and rip currents.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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Deputy Pilot Jonathan Lozada noted that the dark surroundings added to the danger of the rescue.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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That has left the future of two wide receivers in potential jeopardy.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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The development adds another layer of legal jeopardy for the Tate brothers, who have become lightning rods for controversy over their online content and lifestyle brand.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 May 2025
Verb
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His family has been threatened and harassed, and former colleagues lost their government jobs because of their connection with him, according to the letter.—
Rebecca Santana,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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That’s a major concern as US President Donald Trump threatens to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, throwing a spotlight on America’s dependence on critical drug supplies from abroad.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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Unless Troops Deployed Other explanations for the declining employment opportunities for white men could lie in troubles in some industries that employ more white men than white women, for example.—
Christian Weller,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Sending in the National Guard was an obvious military flex, designed to to bait Angelenos while perhaps distracting Americans from Trump’s far greater troubles.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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“Peril.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peril. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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