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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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1
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
Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
Several countries—Denmark, Germany, and Ireland among them—have issued travel advisories warning trans and non-binary individuals that a U.S. jaunt might be undertaken at their own risk.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 17 May 2025
Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 16 May 2025
And will the Dodgers want to risk the defense by putting him in left?
—Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
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Noun
Due to the risk of flooding, hail, and tornadoes, the NWS had to seek help from other offices.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
Several countries—Denmark, Germany, and Ireland among them—have issued travel advisories warning trans and non-binary individuals that a U.S. jaunt might be undertaken at their own risk.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 17 May 2025
Verb
In Harm’s Way As the situation escalated, Meredith — who previously placed her hand on a bomb inside a patient in season 2 — risked her own life once again to help.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 16 May 2025
And will the Dodgers want to risk the defense by putting him in left?
—Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for risk
Noun
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In cybersecurity, while threats evolve, some core challenges remain unchanged.—
Darren Guccione,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Residents and businesses across Chicago already face a high tax and fee burden and worry about shouldering more costs amid widespread economic uncertainty due to rising tariffs, persistent inflation, state and local budget deficits and unprecedented threats to critical federal funding.—
Jack Lavin,
Chicago Tribune,
20 May 2025
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Scientists with Oceana and governmental and conservation organizations say the whales also face dangers from entanglement in commercial crabbing and fishing gear and vessel strikes.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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The danger is real: Many Venezuelan TPS holders have been on social media loudly calling for international sanctions against Maduro.—
Andres Oppenheimer,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Or venture to Sidi Kaouki, where the waters are equally manageable.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
26 May 2025
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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Atlanta provided him a second chance, but that opportunity appears endangered.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 May 2025
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With fewer than 400 individuals left in fragmented forest habitats, it is critically endangered.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The move has put in jeopardy millions of dollars for education, health care and law enforcement projects.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 May 2025
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An interesting conversation between Nilay Patel and Jon Gruber touches on many issues, challenges, and legal jeopardy that Apple faces in 2025.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Verb
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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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The Navy prosecuted Seaman Recruit Ryan Mays on charges of aggravated arson and willfully hazarding a vessel.—
Ziva Branstetter,
ProPublica,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Diddy's former assistant George Kaplan says rapper threatened his job 'monthly' Kaplan, who worked as Combs' executive assistant from 2014-2015, testified on May 21 that the rapper threatened his job on an almost monthly basis.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Ventura previously testified that Combs threatened her after finding out about her relationship with Mescudi and said the music mogul allegedly threatened to blow up the rapper's car.—
Elizabeth Rosner,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Pete Hegseth’s nomination for defense secretary was in trouble in the Senate.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Indianapolis later issued an apology to Microsoft (for exceeding its usage rights of the company’s video game) and Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (for mocking his legal troubles).—
Jayna Bardahl,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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“Risk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risk. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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