as in threats
something that may cause injury or harm
mountain climbing is a risk, but the thrill and challenge are worth it
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as in hazards
to take a chance on
Colette didn't want to risk running out of food for her party, so she bought twice what she thought she would actually need
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as in endangers
to place in danger
we refuse to risk our life savings on this investment scheme
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Recent Examples of risks
Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Democrats have been even more forceful, arguing the appointment risks politicizing intelligence operations.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2026
While Bonnick, the student at Warwick, may be preparing to speak to an AI bot in screening interviews, banks are unlikely to use such technology because the risks are significant, according to Tom Lakin, global head of future of work at recruitment firm Robert Walters.
—Meg Short, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Studies have linked childhood obesity, especially before age 2, with elevated asthma risks.
—Dr. Daniel Digiacomo, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026
The nonprofit conservation group Survival International, which focuses on the rights of indigenous people, says massive tourism risks contact between the island's indigenous tribe and outside visitors.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 7 June 2026
Once deployed, the drone can autonomously locate and characterize CBRN threats, giving operators a safer way to understand the risks present in contaminated areas.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
But those taking risks didn’t succeed, not even for last-to-go Sophie Hinners of Germany, a podium finisher in the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen last week.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 31 May 2026
There is little doubt that this is a rapidly developing field and that there are tremendous upsides to be had, but at the same time, regrettably, hidden risks and outright gotchas come into these endeavors, too.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Critics argue the facility would expose Kenya to risks the United States would not accept on its own soil.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
The initiative risks further chilling negotiations on a truce extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and paving the way for more detailed talks over Iran’s nuclear program.
—Jennifer A. Dlouhy, Fortune, 7 June 2026
The uncertainty is not only rattling European allies worried about the message being sent to Russia, but also risks hurting morale among American troops -- some of whom had their rotations canceled shortly before departure -- and comes as the Army budget is already strained.
—Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
The drones are not precise and could hit any part of the vessel, which risks an ecological disaster, Rubio said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 June 2026
The dose also matters, meaning someone with alpha-gal risks a bigger reaction by eating a large amount of red meat.
—Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
Growing fertilizer shortage risks global food crisis The de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz risks a global food crisis that could extend for years, the UN warned.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
McGee accentuates Kenneth’s somber shading to a degree that risks sentimentalizing the character.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
Noun
Beijing is widely seen to be wary of that program, which has traditionally heightened American focus on the region and risks instability that could impact China, which shares a border with North Korea.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Democrats have been even more forceful, arguing the appointment risks politicizing intelligence operations.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2026
While Bonnick, the student at Warwick, may be preparing to speak to an AI bot in screening interviews, banks are unlikely to use such technology because the risks are significant, according to Tom Lakin, global head of future of work at recruitment firm Robert Walters.
—Meg Short, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Studies have linked childhood obesity, especially before age 2, with elevated asthma risks.
—Dr. Daniel Digiacomo, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026
The nonprofit conservation group Survival International, which focuses on the rights of indigenous people, says massive tourism risks contact between the island's indigenous tribe and outside visitors.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 7 June 2026
Once deployed, the drone can autonomously locate and characterize CBRN threats, giving operators a safer way to understand the risks present in contaminated areas.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
But those taking risks didn’t succeed, not even for last-to-go Sophie Hinners of Germany, a podium finisher in the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen last week.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 31 May 2026
There is little doubt that this is a rapidly developing field and that there are tremendous upsides to be had, but at the same time, regrettably, hidden risks and outright gotchas come into these endeavors, too.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Verb
The issue risks the loss of additional congregations from the denomination, which has battled declining membership.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Critics argue the facility would expose Kenya to risks the United States would not accept on its own soil.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
The initiative risks further chilling negotiations on a truce extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and paving the way for more detailed talks over Iran’s nuclear program.
—Jennifer A. Dlouhy, Fortune, 7 June 2026
The uncertainty is not only rattling European allies worried about the message being sent to Russia, but also risks hurting morale among American troops -- some of whom had their rotations canceled shortly before departure -- and comes as the Army budget is already strained.
—Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
The drones are not precise and could hit any part of the vessel, which risks an ecological disaster, Rubio said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 June 2026
The dose also matters, meaning someone with alpha-gal risks a bigger reaction by eating a large amount of red meat.
—Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
Growing fertilizer shortage risks global food crisis The de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz risks a global food crisis that could extend for years, the UN warned.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
McGee accentuates Kenneth’s somber shading to a degree that risks sentimentalizing the character.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for risks
Noun
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Autonomous task forces of drones could be assigned to defend against specific threats — Russian subs sneaking into the Atlantic Ocean, say, or a possible amphibious landing on Taiwan.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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What’s more, Rick can’t get through to Danny, because the pop star’s brash and aggressive manager (Jack Reynor) refuses to put Rick through, and responds to his claims with threats.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Forecasters say confidence is lower in the exact timing, where storms will be strongest, and which hazards will be most likely.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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Clothes Iron and Steamer Many cruise lines have policies forbidding the use of clothes irons and steamers and won’t allow these fire hazards onboard.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Environmentalists say that plume endangers sea life.—
Harry Stevens,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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There’s lots of humiliation and frustration involved, as well as an incident that endangers his family.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Across from me, a woman with very beautiful eyes was looking at a poster about the dangers of smoking.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Sell-offs like the ones last Friday and today are a good lesson in the dangers of chasing parabolic moves and failing to take profits.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Verb
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When Fuyuko ventures out from her solitude, she’s blessed with a chance encounter.—
Blake Simons,
IndieWire,
18 May 2026
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For Coel, that story sometimes ventures beyond friendship.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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Season 3 finds Andrew Cooper (Hamm) doubling down on his life as an unlikely suburban thief, until the arrival of a new neighbor threatens to expose his secrets and place his family at risk.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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The fighting in Lebanon, where Israeli forces have seized large swaths of the south, threatens efforts to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit point for oil and gas.—
Bassem Mroue,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Unspoken fears or doubts shape your expression as Venus confronts Saturn.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Abdullah was armed and patrolling the house of worship on a routine Monday morning because leaders of the mosque have long recognized the threat their community confronts due to the rise in hate crimes.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2026
Verb
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The rally in a swing district illustrates the benefits and perils Trump brings to his party’s candidates.—
Cleve R. Wootson Jr,
Washington Post,
22 May 2026
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“Risks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risks. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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