as in to endanger
to place in danger
you don't want to gamble with your life, so buckle up
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Like with Saenz, the no-contact order hinged on the evaluation of a psychologist, who testified that Michelle was angry and paranoid and might endanger their son in her pursuit of revenge against his father, according to court filings.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026 -
Clendenning said releasing Zeinab from custody would pose an unacceptable risk of endangering the safety and welfare of the public.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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Iran's drones are not precise and could hit any part of the vessel, which risks an ecological disaster, Rubio said.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Many consumers remain curious about AI-powered shopping tools while questioning whether technology risks eroding individuality in personal style.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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While up is threatening to replace down, the cow is preparing to jump over the moon.—
Terence Moore,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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The guests—including Kate Middleton and Peter's cousin Prince William—shielded their fancy dress with umbrellas, as the skies threatened to open.—
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
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After adventuring in Yellowstone National Park, a mere 80 minutes away, don’t miss the world-class Lebanese-Mediterranean fare at FIGS.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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These have really opened up quite remote parts of southern Peru to adventure travel, to a higher-end clientele.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 May 2026
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“Gamble (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamble%20%28with%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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