as in threats
something that may cause injury or harm
life is full of unexpected perils
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as in endangers
to place in danger
a tribute to the men and women who, as firefighters, peril their lives daily
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Recent Examples of perils
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Jan. 2026
And the heady exploration of themes like human connection, the perils of parenthood and how powerful art can be in the face of devastation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
During the half-hour show, animal keepers raise awareness of the conservation efforts at LA Zoo, engage with the audience about the perils of keeping exotic animals as pets, and inform visitors of the critical roles each bird plays in the environment.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Damage from ice dams is one of the most common winter weather perils, according to John Micheli, senior vice president of property claims for Allstate.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
The misrepresentation of the acts of Jan 6, 2021, and the recent death of Renee Nicole Goode in Minneapolis highlight the illusion of truth and its perils to society.
—Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
The experiences of the last two vice presidents serve as examples of the perils that could await Vance.
—Myra Adams, Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
The increasing perils faced by mediators, coupled with the complexity of contemporary conflicts, demand that states and multilateral institutions must pool their experience, capacity and resources more effectively.
—Galip Dalay, Time, 6 Jan. 2026
So what are some ways parents can safeguard their young boys from any potential perils?
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
The Arctic’s polar bears (Ursus maritimus) are often the poster species for the perils of climate change.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Jan. 2026
And the heady exploration of themes like human connection, the perils of parenthood and how powerful art can be in the face of devastation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
During the half-hour show, animal keepers raise awareness of the conservation efforts at LA Zoo, engage with the audience about the perils of keeping exotic animals as pets, and inform visitors of the critical roles each bird plays in the environment.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Damage from ice dams is one of the most common winter weather perils, according to John Micheli, senior vice president of property claims for Allstate.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
The misrepresentation of the acts of Jan 6, 2021, and the recent death of Renee Nicole Goode in Minneapolis highlight the illusion of truth and its perils to society.
—Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
The experiences of the last two vice presidents serve as examples of the perils that could await Vance.
—Myra Adams, Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
The increasing perils faced by mediators, coupled with the complexity of contemporary conflicts, demand that states and multilateral institutions must pool their experience, capacity and resources more effectively.
—Galip Dalay, Time, 6 Jan. 2026
So what are some ways parents can safeguard their young boys from any potential perils?
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 1 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perils
Noun
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This email was sent in the context of advice the duchess was given to try to assuage Epstein and his threats.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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According to court documents, Shadbar became agitated and threatened to kill the family, using a racist slur in his threats, presumably directed at Robertson’s sons who are Black.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Violence, hazing or any other behavior that endangers others has no place at NAU.—
Kathy Tulumello,
AZCentral.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Breaking safe staffing agreements endangers patients’ lives and puts nurses in the impossible position of attempting to give optimal care to way too many people, even the most fragile.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2026
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In the same vein, Lizoain is well aware of the dangers Barcelona’s forwards pose, with Hansi Flick able to choose from Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres (Raphinha will miss the tie with a minor injury to his right leg).—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Co-directed with Academy-Award winner Daniel Roher (Navalny), The AI Doc explores the existential dangers and stunning promise of artificial intelligence amidst its booming proliferation.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Massachusetts now risks repeating the same mistakes.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the most surprising change is different and now risks users losing their accounts.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Clothes Iron and Steamer Many cruise lines have policies forbidding the use of clothes irons and steamers and won’t allow these fire hazards onboard.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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At over 1,800 lives lost per year, winter vehicle-crash fatalities are four times greater than the total number of all other weather hazards combined, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Pushing a big government socialist agenda that threatens private property and puts government in control of your home?—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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The outbreak threatens to strip multiple countries of disease-free status as vaccination rates decline across the region.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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