dangers

plural of danger
as in threats
something that may cause injury or harm willing to face the dangers of the Arctic in quest of the Northwest Passage

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Recent Examples of dangers Policymakers are aware of the dangers of overreliance on Chinese supply chains. — Scott Singer, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2026 In Flanagan‘s take, Margaret is fiercely committed to shielding Carrie from the world’s dangers and from her classmates’ cruelty, even becoming a parental advocate in their community and on social media. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026 An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026 The drama mixes battlefield action with a tale of conflicted allegiances and the dangers of undercover work in hostile territory. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026 These films come at a critical time as the public has grown increasingly concerned about the dangers of AI and wary of the data centers that power the technology. — Stephen Desaulniers,julia Boorstin, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2026 In a lengthy post on X, Microsoft’s CEO laid out his views on the dangers posed by highly advanced AI models and how to confront those risks. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 10 Oct. 2026 The CIDs being sent to AI companies are dozens of questions long, according to the official, encompassing what the companies have said about the dangers of their products and other questions around consumer harm. — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026 Directed by Vietnam veteran Oliver Stone, Douglas delivered an unforgettable performance about the dangers of unchecked capitalism and greed. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dangers
Noun
  • That family history does bring with it a high level of determination to continue despite the losses and the constant threats of more attacks.
    — Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
  • His reward — and part of the backlash, on top of death threats — was being physically assaulted outside the Capitol in Sacramento and spattered with blood thrown from the gallery.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The risks can be even greater if storm surge combines with high tide, which could quickly create a catastrophic rise in water levels.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • While long-term remediation may require substantial investment and specialist expertise, immediate interventions can reduce risks while more complex work is being completed.
    — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The author behind the singular Elizabeth Zott returns with ‘Peck & Peck,’ a sharp, charming satire on the pretensions and perils of literary gatekeepers.
    — Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
  • One of the best ways to stay private and protect yourself from the internet's many perils is a VPN.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2026

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“Dangers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dangers. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

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