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to place in danger
a single mistake could imperil the lives of everyone involved in the military operation
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Recent Examples of imperiling
Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
Her husband, who works in a factory painting industrial trucks, would be penalized for such a move, imperiling future raises.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 16 June 2026
Renewable energy groups suing the Pentagon claim a freeze in national security reviews for wind farms on private land has halted new projects, imperiling $47 billion in investments and 120,000 jobs across 21 states.
—Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
For the frosted flatwoods salamander, a threatened species, the change was more severe—seawater was pushed into their freshwater breeding habitats, imperiling their survival.
—Jeff Vandermeer, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The result of all this has been a public-relations nightmare for CBS News, the sort of misadventure that in a different time would have prompted speculation Weiss was on the way out for imperiling the future of one journalism’s most storied franchises.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 3 June 2026
The demise of American budget carrier Spirit Airlines reflects how the jet fuel crisis stemming from the Iran war is imperiling the global travel industry, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 3 May 2026
Trump’s desire to bundle the bills and amendments together also risks imperiling the appropriations legislation.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Originally introduced from the African continent for erosion control and as livestock forage, now this species is imperiling Arizona’s beloved saguaro cactuses, palo verde and summer wildflowers, transforming swaths of the Sonoran Desert into a grassland monoculture.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
The latest truce agreement was reached after the two sides traded deadly fire on Friday, imperiling negotiations to reach a final peace deal between the United States and Iran.
—Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
Her husband, who works in a factory painting industrial trucks, would be penalized for such a move, imperiling future raises.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 16 June 2026
Renewable energy groups suing the Pentagon claim a freeze in national security reviews for wind farms on private land has halted new projects, imperiling $47 billion in investments and 120,000 jobs across 21 states.
—Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
For the frosted flatwoods salamander, a threatened species, the change was more severe—seawater was pushed into their freshwater breeding habitats, imperiling their survival.
—Jeff Vandermeer, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The result of all this has been a public-relations nightmare for CBS News, the sort of misadventure that in a different time would have prompted speculation Weiss was on the way out for imperiling the future of one journalism’s most storied franchises.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 3 June 2026
The demise of American budget carrier Spirit Airlines reflects how the jet fuel crisis stemming from the Iran war is imperiling the global travel industry, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 3 May 2026
Trump’s desire to bundle the bills and amendments together also risks imperiling the appropriations legislation.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Originally introduced from the African continent for erosion control and as livestock forage, now this species is imperiling Arizona’s beloved saguaro cactuses, palo verde and summer wildflowers, transforming swaths of the Sonoran Desert into a grassland monoculture.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperiling
Adjective
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
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The 12% concentrate is significantly more hazardous than the standard household version.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Rempuszewski is now being held at the Allegheny County Jail and is facing charges of endangering the welfare of children, leaving an unattended child in a motor vehicle, and recklessly endangering another person.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Pete Arredondo was charged in 2024 with 10 counts of endangering students.—
Josh Margolin,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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That is exactly why these fake job offers are so dangerous.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Over the last week, the greatest threat of dangerous rip currents and sneaker waves has been on the beaches facing south or southwest, officials said.—
Summer Lin,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Without the money, the town drew a hard line, threatening to withhold the necessary licensing needed for Gillette Stadium and Kraft Sports Entertainment LLC to host World Cup games in the town.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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High yields in bond markets worldwide caused by worries about inflation have already been threatening to slow economies and undercut prices for all kinds of investments.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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There is still time for boards to shape how AI is adopted before damaging practices become normalized.—
Samantha Gloede,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
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Now, researchers report that such a quake could be more widespread and damaging than previously thought.—
Kasha Patel,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Eight years ago, from the same spot, Brooks Koepka elected to chip across the green into a front bunker, essentially ceding a bogey instead of risking a double, triple or worse.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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The author exposes its 'intellectual sleight of hand,' arguing this approach dehumanizes customers into metrics, risking Goodhart's Law and metric-gaming.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is paramount in averting wildfires during these perilous conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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They are packed by smugglers into small and unsafe boats, with thousands dying during the perilous sea journey.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Conferences have membership contracts, revenue leverage, championship access and conduct-detrimental authority.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
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The reason is because time confetti can be detrimental to your mental health, physical health, as well as your relationship with your children.—
Parents,
Parents,
13 June 2026
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“Imperiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperiling. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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