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as in threats
something that may cause injury or harm
the tumbledown old barn was considered a fire hazard
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as in chances
the uncertain course of events
it was only by hazard and good fortune that we found our way back to the trail
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as in endangers
to place in danger
just so the tourists could see the sea lions up close, the captain needlessly hazarded his ship
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as in risks
to take a chance on
was unwilling to hazard landing the plane on the small island, which didn't even have an airfield
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Recent Examples of hazards
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
Mold & Mildew Growth Allergies and respiratory issues aren't the only health hazards that can come from dust in the bathroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
On the river, the Boise Fire Department’s dive team may not be out as much to scope out hazards, Boise Parks and Recreation Director Doug Holloway told the Statesman.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 5 Sep. 2025
Therefore, the main hazards expected today will be dry lightning strikes and gusty and erratic outflow winds (gusting up to around 35 MPH).
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Benefits include coverage for tire and windshield (from road hazards), key fob replacement, roadside assistance and 30-day cancellation policy.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
That money could also be used by schools to make repairs, comply with ADA standards and remove health and safety hazards.
—Erica Mosca, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
There are currently no hazards affecting land stemming from Fernand, according to the hurricane center.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2025
Our tester appreciated the bucket’s convenient carrying handle and automatic shutoff and timer features, preventing potential fire hazards and protecting linens from damage.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
Scientists use superfine silica to block battery hazards Inspired by the behavior of oobleck, Gabriel Veith and his team aimed to make lithium-ion batteries safer by adding an impact-resistant material to the electrolyte.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
Mold & Mildew Growth Allergies and respiratory issues aren't the only health hazards that can come from dust in the bathroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
On the river, the Boise Fire Department’s dive team may not be out as much to scope out hazards, Boise Parks and Recreation Director Doug Holloway told the Statesman.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 5 Sep. 2025
Therefore, the main hazards expected today will be dry lightning strikes and gusty and erratic outflow winds (gusting up to around 35 MPH).
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Benefits include coverage for tire and windshield (from road hazards), key fob replacement, roadside assistance and 30-day cancellation policy.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
That money could also be used by schools to make repairs, comply with ADA standards and remove health and safety hazards.
—Erica Mosca, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
There are currently no hazards affecting land stemming from Fernand, according to the hurricane center.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2025
Our tester appreciated the bucket’s convenient carrying handle and automatic shutoff and timer features, preventing potential fire hazards and protecting linens from damage.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
Beach hazards statements alert the public to dangerous water conditions that could become life-threatening in some instances.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hazards
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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Investors peg the chances of a quarter-point rate cut this month at about 90% and the odds of a half-point cut at nearly 10%, according to CME FedWatch Tool, a measure of market sentiment.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Former Brevard County School Board Member Jennifer Jenkins is launching a longshot Democratic bid for Marco Rubio’s former Senate seat — and hoping the polarizing prospect of bringing independents into the party’s primary will strengthen her chances.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Yet there is a clear Republican divide over whether Kennedy’s changes at the CDC should be celebrated or considered a grave error that endangers Americans’ health.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Drivers running late are more prone to speeding, which endangers lives.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Consult authority when… The issue involves legal matters, risks patient safety, or breaks institutional rules, such as elder abuse, falsified records, or medication issues.—
Kristen Moon,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Still, having one’s ideas confirmed too often risks complacency.—
Nathaniel Moore
September 10,
Literary Hub,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rip currents are the deadliest of surf-zone dangers, making up the majority of deaths among beach swimmers every year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the dangers to children and families are mounting.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With any luck, it will someday be reversed, like other famous examples of Supreme Court decisions that reflected prejudice against African-Americans, Japanese-Americans, and others.—
Noah Feldman,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rather than hang out with the two old hags, Cherry decides to try her luck on the stand-up paddleboards with Brigitte and Daniel, but quickly loses her balance.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Later, Howard calls Matt and agrees to cut the sequence but also threatens to destroy him.—
Carson Blackwelder,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Overreliance on technology threatens to sever the pipeline that develops future experts, leaving critical gaps in both skills and perspective.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And the aforementioned circumstances at wide receiver don’t help that cause.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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As with all Greengrass’s films, though, this is a film about ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, which is no doubt what drew him to Brad Ingelsby’s very human script.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Hazards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hazards. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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