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
Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In the confusion of violence and betrayal that follows, Rachel finds some of her assumptions challenged and her life imperiled.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
Other parts of the country are contending with early snowmelt, which can imperil summer water resources and heighten wildfire risks.
—Andrew Freedman, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The downside would be that supporting that measure would imperil his supporters on the board once all 21 seats are up for reelection in 2026, while another unsuccessful campaign for a budget amendment could worsen Johnson’s credibility.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
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Verb
The feds are cracking down on payments to universities, imperiling their budgets if not their existence.
—Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In the confusion of violence and betrayal that follows, Rachel finds some of her assumptions challenged and her life imperiled.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
Other parts of the country are contending with early snowmelt, which can imperil summer water resources and heighten wildfire risks.
—Andrew Freedman, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The downside would be that supporting that measure would imperil his supporters on the board once all 21 seats are up for reelection in 2026, while another unsuccessful campaign for a budget amendment could worsen Johnson’s credibility.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperil
Verb
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And the ones in Southern California are unfortunately all really endangered.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 May 2025
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During last year’s Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic warned that tennis is endangered by its growth.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
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The good news: Better core strength can reduce your risk of lower back pain, Hamilton says.—
Danielle Zickl,
SELF,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Several analysts see the spending commitments as overtures to U.S. President Donald Trump, whose tariffs threaten to roil supply chains and raise costs for the technology industry.—
Zaheer Kachwala and Aditya Soni,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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In 2023, saltwater in the Mississippi River advanced dangerously close to New Orleans, threatening the city's water supply and sending the city into a state of emergency.—
Kati Weis,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Gomez's detention comes amid an immigration crackdown under the Trump administration, during which people with all kinds of immigration statuses, including those with valid documentation, such as green cards or visas, have been detained and face legal jeopardy.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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The moral, ethical and legal jeopardy of their behavior seemed to be recognized by the bots, the report found.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2025
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The commercial clean vehicle credit could be in more danger than the section 30D clean vehicle credit because of its larger size.—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Dominick Austin, Dania Beach Due process in grave danger You’re awakened at 3 a.m. by a banging on your front door.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2025
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In this poll, Trump's troubles don't seem to have provided a boost for Democrats.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Where since the 1980s, Father John Moretta has counseled parishioners at Resurrection Church in Boyle Heights on the troubles that afflict their neighborhood.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Imperil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperil. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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