as in to endanger
to place in danger
you don't want to gamble with your life, so buckle up
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On Friday, Wieber was arraigned before Supreme Court Justice Richard Ambro on charges of first- and second-degree kidnapping, both of which are felonies, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor.—
Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
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Hale returned to the stand for an hour Thursday morning in an effort to salvage her testimony, but defense lawyers ultimately argued that allowing her testimony to stand would endanger Gonzales' right to a fair trial.—
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For five years, the group from Mexico's National Autonomous University has climbed the volcano with pounds of equipment, risked data loss due to bad weather or a volcanic explosion and used artificial intelligence to analyze the seismic data.—
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The department said that their recovery efforts would risk a lengthy, unannounced closure and could damage the plow.—
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His comments appear to be in response to Trump’s post on Truth Social, threatening military backing for Iranian protesters.—
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That melting is threatening the island’s infrastructure and the lifestyles of native people, who over millennia have adapted their transportation and food systems to the presence of snow and ice.—
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Outdoor adventures Sydney is also very much an outdoor town, from Bondi Beach to boats in the harbor.—
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Exploring Your New City’s Green Spaces and Adventures Charlotte offers remarkable opportunities for outdoor recreation, from peaceful urban parks to adventure centers that will get your adrenaline going.—
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“Gamble (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamble%20%28with%29. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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