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
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
The Exes is an intriguing psychological thriller about love’s promises and perils, how trauma can leave invisible scars, and the veil between self-protection and self-destruction.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 30 Dec. 2025
Despite those perils, the divorce rate has doubled since 1990 for Americans over 55.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Algorithmic health care comes with its own perils.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
Their awareness of the potential perils allegedly stemmed from complaints about aggressive Rottweilers harassing neighborhood residents, and other loose dogs chasing after children.
—Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
There’s a lot at stake for CFOs and their organizations, according to the report, including supply-chain risks, pressure to make big AI investments, and the perils of stakeholder misalignment on strategy.
—Alex Zank, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Protect your property and possessions from fire, theft, and other unexpected perils.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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
The Exes is an intriguing psychological thriller about love’s promises and perils, how trauma can leave invisible scars, and the veil between self-protection and self-destruction.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 30 Dec. 2025
Despite those perils, the divorce rate has doubled since 1990 for Americans over 55.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Algorithmic health care comes with its own perils.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
Their awareness of the potential perils allegedly stemmed from complaints about aggressive Rottweilers harassing neighborhood residents, and other loose dogs chasing after children.
—Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
There’s a lot at stake for CFOs and their organizations, according to the report, including supply-chain risks, pressure to make big AI investments, and the perils of stakeholder misalignment on strategy.
—Alex Zank, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Protect your property and possessions from fire, theft, and other unexpected perils.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perils
Noun
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The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, is now making ominous threats to Cuba.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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Trump has issued direct threats against each regime, intensifying the pressure on Tehran and Caracas alike.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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It was described as a dangerous precedent that endangers civilian lives.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
4 Jan. 2026
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This Trumpian newspeak about Germany — to use George Orwell’s term for the distorted terminology of authoritarians — reveals an indifference to (or ignorance of) history that endangers not only Europe but the United States.—
Trudy Rubin,
Mercury News,
20 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The congresswoman’s statement recognized the tension between satisfaction over Maduro’s removal and concern for the dangers ahead.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
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Below, Hoozeer and Böhm talk to Deadline about the emotional vulnerabilities and dangers of war.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This move risks dangerous results from the military and security establishment in the country, as well as the substantial Cuban contingent working in the security sphere.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Both Tong and his counterpart in Rhode Island, Attorney General Peter Neronha, followed up with their own request on Monday which reiterated the developers’ claim that federal intervention risks raising costs for electric customers while upending thousands of local jobs.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Beach hazards statements will remain in effect until conditions improve and are expected to be re-evaluated regularly.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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However, Starlink’s own public record also showcases how rapidly the collision hazards in orbit are evolving.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Iran threatens protesters with death sentences Online videos sent out of Iran, likely using Starlink satellite transmitters, purportedly showed gathering in northern Tehran's Punak neighborhood.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Agitators directing traffic and impeding law enforcement activity in Minnesota are drawing sharp criticism from a former police official, who warns the scenes signal a dangerous normalization of obstruction that threatens public safety and the rule of law.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Perils.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perils. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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