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as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
mountain climbing is a risk, but the thrill and challenge are worth it
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as in danger
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
children living in poverty are considered at risk for a number of medical and developmental problems
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as in to venture
to take a chance on
Colette didn't want to risk running out of food for her party, so she bought twice what she thought she would actually need
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
we refuse to risk our life savings on this investment scheme
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Recent Examples of risk
Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
Recent outbreaks in unvaccinated communities show that risk returns when vaccination rates fall.
Conclusion?
—Tim Ryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Linda Ambrus Broenniman, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2025
Unlike the Founders who risked their lives, this bunch, with precious few exceptions, is too craven to risk even their jobs.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2025
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Noun
The discovery comes as fears of a serial killer lurking in the community’s midst continue to loom over the area, with local authorities continuing to downplay the risk.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
Recent outbreaks in unvaccinated communities show that risk returns when vaccination rates fall.
Conclusion?
—Tim Ryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Verb
How my Catholic mother risked her life to hide her best friend, my father after his escape, my grandmother and many other Jews.
—Linda Ambrus Broenniman, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2025
Unlike the Founders who risked their lives, this bunch, with precious few exceptions, is too craven to risk even their jobs.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for risk
Noun
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Evacuation information from Cal Fire Evacuation Orders Immediate threat to life.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
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The threat follows a 12-day war that left nearly 1,000 Iranians and dozens of Israelis dead, and comes amid a tense ceasefire negotiated after both U.S. military and Israeli strikes against Iran's nuclear program.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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And with the dangers on the minds of some after a flash flood in June in nearby San Antonio killed 13 people, local media reiterated state warnings about the potential for flooding.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
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In a case of life reflecting art, though, the tie-in video games spawned by the movie — which in some ways is about the danger of video games — were a smash.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
9 July 2025
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The firm is currently collaborating on one of the most ambitious Beatles venture yet with Sony Pictures Entertainment and filmmaker Sam Mendes — four separate theatrical films, one on each of the member of the band.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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Though not currently endangered, their Arctic homes are warming rapidly due to climate change, which threatens both their hunting grounds and their preferred prey.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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In a brutal fight in which Myung-gi more than once endangers his newborn daughter (sometimes on purpose), Myung-gi ends up falling off the tall platform before the final round officially begins, meaning now either Gi-hun or the baby has to die or they will both be shot by the game workers.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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During the season finale, the family's lives are put in jeopardy On The Waterfront, danger is around every dock.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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With the fire still at zero percent containment and thousands of acres burned in a matter of hours, the situation placed lives and homes in immediate jeopardy.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
Verb
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Coming five years after similar fall hazards fines for The Salvation Army of Mercer County in Princeton, West Virginia, OSHA proposed hitting The Salvation Army with an $82,750 fine for a Repeat-Serious violation.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2025
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He is charged with conspiracy, attacking civilians, murder in violation of the law or war, terrorism, hijacking or hazarding a vessel or aircraft and intentionally causing serious bodily injury.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
Fox News,
8 Feb. 2025
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Beyond market volatility, Nvidia faces ongoing geopolitical challenges that threaten its access to one of its largest markets.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 July 2025
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Florida has taken multiple other steps to back the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, including having its law enforcement work in agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and threatening punishments against localities in the state that decline to partner with ICE.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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But while the Rangers offer a desirable market and are already tight to the salary cap, the Blue Jackets have traditionally had some trouble re-signing players.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Here are a few more takeaways from Monday’s game: Michael Wacha falters late Wacha had trouble navigating the Mariners’ lineup.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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“Risk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risk. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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