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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
Sofi Zeman
october 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
Additionally, there were no injuries or immediate hazards to surrounding areas, El Segundo Fire Department Division Chief Casey Snow told CNN.
—Hanna Park, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Benefits include coverage for tire and windshield (from road hazards), key fob replacement, roadside assistance and 30-day cancellation policy.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
South winds are forecast to reach 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 45 mph, creating hazards that could impact vehicle safety, power infrastructure, and property.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025
Hamilton investigated and controlled lead poisoning and other hazards in workplaces for decades.
—Tom Frieden, Big Think, 30 Sep. 2025
However, for all its smarts, AI still can’t make the most difficult orbital hazards go away.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Sep. 2025
But the boom has brought its hazards, as well, and not just local political infighting.
—Mitch Moxley, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Watch out for fire hazards and move to higher ground.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
The ordinance was intended to keep streets, parks and other property sanitary and minimize public health and safety hazards, according to board documents.
—Sofi Zeman
october 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
Additionally, there were no injuries or immediate hazards to surrounding areas, El Segundo Fire Department Division Chief Casey Snow told CNN.
—Hanna Park, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Benefits include coverage for tire and windshield (from road hazards), key fob replacement, roadside assistance and 30-day cancellation policy.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
South winds are forecast to reach 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 45 mph, creating hazards that could impact vehicle safety, power infrastructure, and property.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025
Hamilton investigated and controlled lead poisoning and other hazards in workplaces for decades.
—Tom Frieden, Big Think, 30 Sep. 2025
However, for all its smarts, AI still can’t make the most difficult orbital hazards go away.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Sep. 2025
But the boom has brought its hazards, as well, and not just local political infighting.
—Mitch Moxley, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Watch out for fire hazards and move to higher ground.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 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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At least eight Salvadoran officials who had been investigating MS-13 and corruption, including some who had worked with Vulcan agents, fled the country after threats, harassment, and searches of their homes and offices.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
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No bombs were found and police were investigating the threats.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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To be sure, more frequent exams can increase the chances of false positives—a stressful experience that sometimes deters future screenings.—
Jennie Durant,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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However, a lingering injury kept him out for the next game, effectively ending any chances of him winning the backup job.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That the nation’s president used his platform to promote theories that have been thoroughly debunked across hundreds of studies endangers all children.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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The group also reaffirmed that vaccines are safe, play no role in autism and that undermining them endangers public health.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The American Journal of Managed Care reported that the initiative is expected to face legal challenges and could prove difficult to implement, with industry analysts warning that the plan risks acting as a blunt instrument rather than a workable solution.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Without proper padding and protection, your device risks scratches, dents, or worse, internal damage.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Her studies revealed lead’s dangers and protected workers, but government and industry ignored her warnings, with almost unimaginably devastating results.—
Tom Frieden,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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But Trump’s arbitrary brand of interventionism comes with obvious dangers.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hopefully, the 2026 WNBA season will consist of much better luck.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Chicago hitters hadn’t had much luck against San Diego starter Nick Pivetta’s high fastball, with just one hit and six strikeouts through four innings.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The administration threatens mass layoffs as Congress again barrels towards a government shutdown.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Sep. 2025
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However, Ruth and Boaz's relationship gets tested when her past follows her and threatens to upend her new, simple life.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Under normal circumstances, he could be trusted to keep the Ravens afloat.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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In these circumstances, pragmatism has merit.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Hazards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hazards. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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