as in danger
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
the city's firefighters routinely put their lives in jeopardy by executing daring rescues
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Recent Examples of jeopardy
There had been speculation that the start of next season could be in jeopardy for Makar because of the recovery time needed.
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Hammond is more than happy to cut corners, underpay his staff, put the lives of others in jeopardy, and violate scientific ethics for the sake of his dream.
—Time, 10 June 2026
The California Department of Social Services, the agency that administers the food assistance dollars, said in the November report that there are about 495,000 state residents in jeopardy of losing their benefits due to the work requirements.
—Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
This is sensible considering the goal is now to have Carter on the field for the start of training camp, which does not appear in jeopardy based on Harbaugh’s diagnosis.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for jeopardy
Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Hammond is more than happy to cut corners, underpay his staff, put the lives of others in jeopardy, and violate scientific ethics for the sake of his dream.
—Time, 10 June 2026
The California Department of Social Services, the agency that administers the food assistance dollars, said in the November report that there are about 495,000 state residents in jeopardy of losing their benefits due to the work requirements.
—Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
This is sensible considering the goal is now to have Carter on the field for the start of training camp, which does not appear in jeopardy based on Harbaugh’s diagnosis.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for jeopardy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jeopardy
Noun
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The practical danger here is one of rhythm in a group which is unlikely to push Spain to their limit until the knockout stages.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Her home suffered roof damage, but destruction just down the street shows how close more severe danger was.—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
Noun
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This level of risk is typically seen once every two years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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This risk decreases as the storm moves away.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Most cases are due to low dietary intake or trouble absorbing B12.—
Peter Pressman,
Verywell Health,
9 Dec. 2025
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Back in Allentown, in 1993, Sally faced trouble again after allegedly assaulting a bouncer at a local bar, per Killer Sally.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
9 Dec. 2025
Noun
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His exit foreshadows the peril to come at Sunnyside Daycare.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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While Pichai may have shied away from commenting directly on AI’s promises and perils, away from the podium, the Google chief has been explicit about what young graduates could expect in the new technological age.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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“Jeopardy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jeopardy. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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