RISKING Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

risking

verb

present participle of risk

as in venturing

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 endangering

to place in danger we refuse to risk our life savings on this investment scheme

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Recent Examples of risking Expect Burnham's Treasury to lean harder into NWF partnerships as the delivery mechanism of choice with a more local flavour, particularly where private capital is currently sitting on the sidelines waiting for demonstrated de-risking. — Nina Seega, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 One consequence is that people suffering from Ebola must often wait at home until a bed becomes available, risking infecting others. — Emmet Livingstone, NPR, 23 July 2026 Use a soaker hose or watering can to direct moisture to the roots without risking wet foliage and fungal diseases. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 July 2026 For a happy medium between the specialized sleeve and risking your favorite sweater for the flight, slide the bottle into a thick sock, wrap it, then quarantine the bundle in a zip-top bag to contain leaks. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026 Margin expansion is stable, but likely can’t [accelerate without] risking further growth. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 July 2026 Asia’s governments are actively de-risking from the USD, with central banks aggressively expanding their gold reserves. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 15 July 2026 Fruit-Infused Water Adding slices of citrus fruits, cucumber, berries, or sprigs of mint can be a great way to give water a flavor kick without risking spikes in blood sugar. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 15 July 2026 Critics see further expansion as risking the life of the goose that lays golden eggs. — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 14 July 2026

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Klimoska is now venturing into directing and writing and is currently developing her second short film Chained.

— Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 22 July 2026
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has offered similar advice, encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs to spend time learning inside world-class organizations before venturing out on their own.

— Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 July 2026

Definition of venturing

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Both he and his wife Kendra were charged with four counts of endangering the welfare of a minor in the second-degree and four counts of second-degree false imprisonment in an Arkansas court case for which they are set to appear in August.

— Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
The driver exited the freeway into Koreatown and continued speeding through surface streets, at times crossing into opposing lanes and endangering morning commuters.

— Eric Mack, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of endangering

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The hero’s victory comes not from acquiring gold but from confronting inner obstacles and emerging with a deeper understanding of themselves.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
Someone has probably told you that laughter is the best medicine, but in Cat Cohen’s case, a combination of arthroscopic heart surgery and actual, honest-to-God confronting her feelings onstage has proven an effective long-term care plan.

— Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 24 July 2026

Definition of confronting

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French firefighters are battling to keep the wildfires burning through the Gironde region from threatening Bordeaux, the country’s sixth largest city.

— Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
And this morning, after threatening a new massive strike and then reportedly taking that off the table for now, the strategy to end this war is still unclear, even after those deadly attacks on Americans.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026

Definition of threatening

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At the same time, Jupiter’s opposition to Pluto retrograde reminds us that ambition without self-awareness can inevitably cloud our judgment, tempting us to overextend ourselves in the relentless pursuit of success.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
As the attacker brings the ball forward, Tielemans, from a screening role, bides his time, tempting the attacker forward before jumping in to win the ball.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 July 2026

Definition of tempting

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In all, the Ducks outshot the Oilers 20-7, also out-chancing, out-hitting and outscoring them in the process.

— Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
About two-thirds of Levshunov’s even-strength ice time this season has come alongside Kaiser, and the Blackhawks haven’t been scored on in those minutes, while significantly out-chancing opponents.

— Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025

Definition of chancing

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Jeffrey Baldwin, who founded an advocacy group after fighting his own foreclosure battle, argued a complaint system without enforcement powers would do little to help homeowners facing disputes.

— Nora O'Neill July 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026
There's no spa, but the 24-hour fitness center is well equipped with Life Fitness machines facing wall-to-ceiling windows.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

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