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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2
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
Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
While some people fear the potential dangers of real-life flying cars, others like Neil are eager to try out a new ride, despite the risks.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Moreover, the Fed is highly attuned to the downside risks to a labor market caught in a fragile ‘low hiring, low firing’ equilibrium.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Gas leaks, carbon monoxide production, and indoor air pollution are all risks associated with the use of gas stoves.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
Museum robberies more often happen after hours with fewer risks to bystanders.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
But the Fed shifted course last month, cutting interest rates to stave off the rising risks facing the labor market.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
In recent comments, Powell has stressed risks to both sides of the Fed’s dual goals of full employment and low inflation.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2025
What one poll said about redistricting's political risks While the 3D Strategic Research poll found redistricting to be unpopular with Hoosier voters, other election reform efforts enjoyed wide support.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025
Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Kenna risks heartbreak and, ultimately, the hope for a second chance.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Switching, say, Kirkland’s diaper manufacturer—as Costco did early this year—risks inspiring revolt.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
The continent that invented and spun out the internet from its first-class research institutions now risks standing by as US founders scale with ease.
—Jan Hammer, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
As the Nevada case and similar ones develop—Kalshi is also in court battles with Maryland, New Jersey and Massachusetts—Kalshi will likely continue to argue that requiring it to geolocate users, even on a temporary basis, risks irreparable harm in addition to its alleged financial harm.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The latest incident risks fanning tensions both in Trinidad and in elsewhere in the Caribbean, where opposition leaders have started to speak out.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
The county is currently represented by Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa, who risks losing his seat if the redistricting plan is approved.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Nothing fancy, nothing that risks wilting in the crisper.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
The cars — which will sit in 20 feet of water in a line to represent traffic jams that are all too routine in South Florida — allude to both our car-centric culture and the risks of climate change, said Ximena Caminos, founder and artistic director of REEFLINE.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
While some people fear the potential dangers of real-life flying cars, others like Neil are eager to try out a new ride, despite the risks.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Moreover, the Fed is highly attuned to the downside risks to a labor market caught in a fragile ‘low hiring, low firing’ equilibrium.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Gas leaks, carbon monoxide production, and indoor air pollution are all risks associated with the use of gas stoves.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
Museum robberies more often happen after hours with fewer risks to bystanders.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
But the Fed shifted course last month, cutting interest rates to stave off the rising risks facing the labor market.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
In recent comments, Powell has stressed risks to both sides of the Fed’s dual goals of full employment and low inflation.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2025
What one poll said about redistricting's political risks While the 3D Strategic Research poll found redistricting to be unpopular with Hoosier voters, other election reform efforts enjoyed wide support.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
Anyone who uses them against federal agents risks arrest, imprisonment, and life-threatening injuries.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Kenna risks heartbreak and, ultimately, the hope for a second chance.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Switching, say, Kirkland’s diaper manufacturer—as Costco did early this year—risks inspiring revolt.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
The continent that invented and spun out the internet from its first-class research institutions now risks standing by as US founders scale with ease.
—Jan Hammer, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
As the Nevada case and similar ones develop—Kalshi is also in court battles with Maryland, New Jersey and Massachusetts—Kalshi will likely continue to argue that requiring it to geolocate users, even on a temporary basis, risks irreparable harm in addition to its alleged financial harm.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The latest incident risks fanning tensions both in Trinidad and in elsewhere in the Caribbean, where opposition leaders have started to speak out.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
The county is currently represented by Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa, who risks losing his seat if the redistricting plan is approved.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Nothing fancy, nothing that risks wilting in the crisper.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for risks
Noun
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Increment 4 program, which aims to equip smaller, faster vehicles with scalable turrets capable of tackling a range of threats.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
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The letter, which mentioned the recent death of Charlie Kirk, was sent to Johnson’s home in Tampa, Florida, and included violent threats, court documents say.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Beach hazards statements will remain in effect until conditions improve and are expected to be re-evaluated regularly.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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However, Starlink’s own public record also showcases how rapidly the collision hazards in orbit are evolving.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In a statement to Fox News Digital, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) emphasized that pointing lasers at aircraft endangers both pilots and people on the ground and is prohibited under state and federal law.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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That the nation’s president used his platform to promote theories that have been thoroughly debunked across hundreds of studies endangers all children.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Unknown dangers Many personal care products — from lipstick to shampoo and moisturizer — still contain potentially toxic chemicals.—
Kimberly Richardson,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Sherrill, who is also a former federal prosecutor, has blasted Ciattarelli's former medical publishing company for producing materials downplaying the dangers of opioids.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Peabody Award-winning Disney Channel series follows 14-year-old Luz (Sarah-Nicole Robles), a Dominican American girl who ventures into an alternate dimension called the Demon Realm to train as a witch.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
15 Oct. 2025
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Everyone who ventures to the summit of Everest while relying on oxygen faces an existential risk if the oxygen runs out.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One heavy hitter threatens the dominance of The Black Phone 2 at the box office next weekend.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Oct. 2025
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If built, the tower threatens to cast his 1865 house largely in the shadows for months at a time.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Soegeng’s investigation, however, confronts him with the foundations of corruption – a truth too close for comfort.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Not long after, the man confronts Abby at a gas station and tells her to stay out of his life.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Rain chances return in KC’s forecast The chance for rain returns Thursday night and continues into the weekend.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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The festival holds a Conservation Village on site for educational and service-based activations like a virtual shark dive, a trash-drop-off site in exchange for potential prizes, and chances to learn about eco-friendly brands.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Risks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risks. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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