as in to endanger
to place in danger
a single mistake could imperil the lives of everyone involved in the military operation
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as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
the city has reduced the number of its firefighters, to the imperilment of every homeowner
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Recent Examples of imperil
Jeff Vandermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
In neighboring Maine, Graham Platner was contending with a drumbeat of reports about his history with women that has left some Democrats worried that the party's path to a Senate majority is suddenly imperiled.
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ABC News,
9 June 2026
In fact, in a time when artificial intelligence imperils the livelihoods – and lives – of laborers across economic classes, sumptuous spectacle can be an act of resistance in its own right.
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Eileen G'sell,
The Conversation,
8 June 2026
The fighting threatens to further imperil the US’ talks with Iran, which has pegged a peace deal to a ceasefire in Lebanon.
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J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
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Verb
For the frosted flatwoods salamander, a threatened species, the change was more severe—seawater was pushed into their freshwater breeding habitats, imperiling their survival.
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Jeff Vandermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
In neighboring Maine, Graham Platner was contending with a drumbeat of reports about his history with women that has left some Democrats worried that the party's path to a Senate majority is suddenly imperiled.
—
ABC News,
9 June 2026
In fact, in a time when artificial intelligence imperils the livelihoods – and lives – of laborers across economic classes, sumptuous spectacle can be an act of resistance in its own right.
—
Eileen G'sell,
The Conversation,
8 June 2026
The fighting threatens to further imperil the US’ talks with Iran, which has pegged a peace deal to a ceasefire in Lebanon.
—
J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperil
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The zoo called Nangka's birth a major achievement for the genetic diversity and conservation of the species, which is critically endangered.
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Court records show Pawnell faces charges including second-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child.
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Trump has threatened more military action if Tehran continues to launch strikes.
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
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“Imperil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperil. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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