as in to threaten
to place in danger
a reckless use of fireworks that endangered the lives of many people
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as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
I didn't think I would be subject to any endangerment if I simply dangled my legs over the rock ledge
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Recent Examples of endanger
Paul Bierman, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
Entanglement in fishing gear and shifting ocean conditions linked to climate change also continue to endanger whale populations.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Adrian Gonzales, one of the first officers to respond to the 2022 attack, is charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment in a rare prosecution of an officer accused of not doing more to save lives.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
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Verb
The problem is worse close to Greenland, but some icebergs drift toward Canada, endangering oil rigs there.
—Paul Bierman, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
Entanglement in fishing gear and shifting ocean conditions linked to climate change also continue to endanger whale populations.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
Adrian Gonzales is charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment — one count for each child in the classroom.
—Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Adrian Gonzales, one of the first officers to respond to the 2022 attack, is charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment in a rare prosecution of an officer accused of not doing more to save lives.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endanger
Verb
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His comments appear to be in response to Trump’s post on Truth Social, threatening military backing for Iranian protesters.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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That melting is threatening the island’s infrastructure and the lifestyles of native people, who over millennia have adapted their transportation and food systems to the presence of snow and ice.—
Paul Bierman,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Most of the world's volcanoes that pose a risk to humans already have detailed maps of their interiors, but not Popocatépetl, despite the fact that some 25 million people live within a 62-mile radius and houses, schools, hospitals and five airports could be affected by an eruption.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Jan. 2026
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These popular items are at risk of selling out, so be sure to shop our 10 picks today while prices start at just $16.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Sunday night’s 1-point lead was jeopardized, however, once Purdy was intercepted a second time after halftime by All-Pro Quinyon Mitchell.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The proposal is a concern for many council members, who worry that such an amendment, if approved, could jeopardize their positions.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Cameron Dicker kicked field goals of 37 and 27 yards and running back Omarion Hampton scored on a 5-yard run in the second half, and the Chargers were never in serious jeopardy.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
21 Dec. 2025
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That work could be put in jeopardy by the center’s breakup.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
17 Dec. 2025
Verb
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While the Academy’s increasingly international membership suggests the Neon release is not necessarily imperiled ahead of Oscar nomination voting, the absence is nonetheless significant.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
7 Jan. 2026
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His critical optimism, rooted in a rigorous scientific worldview and a deeply humanistic sensibility, is imperiled today in a cultural moment marked by broad skepticism of scientific research and the promise of higher education.—
Joshua Bennett,
The Atlantic,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The usage has also led to improved community engagement surrounding the dangers of celebratory gunfire, an issue that has plagued Kansas City for years, Becchina said.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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This windfall and the attendant political benefits for the governor have come at public expense, as the dangers of marijuana become tragically apparent.—
Cory Franklin,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Another teaches free guitar lessons to keep kids out of trouble.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The first signs of trouble came in the opening minutes of the game.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Endanger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endanger. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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