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
For Thiel, who grew up Lutheran but describes himself as having complicated religious views, his interpretation draws heavily on Girard’s work on sacrifice, violence, and social order, seeing Christianity as uniquely equipped to diagnose the dangers of society that technology can amplify.
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
But when Veronique reappears, revealing the truth of her birth, Marie-Louise must navigate the dangers of a France on the brink of revolution, where royal ties can be perilous.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
However, their American counterparts may be unaware of the potential dangers and will still be offered unregulated TPO-containing gel polish in salons across the country.
—Chloe Mayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
River shorelines and sandbars pose unseen dangers.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Peppered throughout the film are sections narrated by the eldest daughter Lesly, recounting the animals and dangers the kids encountered during their long period stranded in the forest.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 1 Sep. 2025
In addition to raising awareness about the dangers of road rage, the family wants justice for Katelynn and to see West charged to the fullest extent of the law, Liebert said.
—Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2025
Among the potential dangers are asphyxiation, blood clots, psychiatric issues such as hallucinations or paranoia, paralysis, neurological damage, and even death.
—Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
Daily trips, errands, and commutes are filled with unseen dangers, and many expecting mothers remain unaware that the simplest protective measure, the seatbelt, could pose risks if worn incorrectly.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
But when Veronique reappears, revealing the truth of her birth, Marie-Louise must navigate the dangers of a France on the brink of revolution, where royal ties can be perilous.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
However, their American counterparts may be unaware of the potential dangers and will still be offered unregulated TPO-containing gel polish in salons across the country.
—Chloe Mayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
River shorelines and sandbars pose unseen dangers.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Peppered throughout the film are sections narrated by the eldest daughter Lesly, recounting the animals and dangers the kids encountered during their long period stranded in the forest.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 1 Sep. 2025
In addition to raising awareness about the dangers of road rage, the family wants justice for Katelynn and to see West charged to the fullest extent of the law, Liebert said.
—Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2025
Among the potential dangers are asphyxiation, blood clots, psychiatric issues such as hallucinations or paranoia, paralysis, neurological damage, and even death.
—Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
Daily trips, errands, and commutes are filled with unseen dangers, and many expecting mothers remain unaware that the simplest protective measure, the seatbelt, could pose risks if worn incorrectly.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dangers
Noun
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The threats are sometimes even leveled against family members.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Looking at the depth chart, the Eagles now have three threats coming out of the backfield.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Others say that approach risks keeping critical documents under wraps and delays a fuller accounting.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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At Electric Goddess, their projects begin with an in-depth strategy session to align on goals, risks, and vision before tailoring a plan that fits.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Anyone paying attention to the news will understand the current relevance of a story about the perils of life under the imminent threat of deportation.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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For me, discount shopping, with all of its perils, still has a remnant of emotional resonance.—
Alissa Quart,
Time,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Dangers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dangers. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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