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as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
he knew he was in danger when he received the threatening phone calls at home
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as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
willing to face the dangers of the Arctic in quest of the Northwest Passage
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Recent Examples of danger
As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.
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Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Late in the game, as the Current grew desperate for a goal, Wheeler’s crosses from the right-hand flank into the box provided some danger until the 96th minute.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2025
Like many rum drinks that lean on fruit flavors for character, the biggest danger here is just being boring.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Make it across the 3D pop-up board without exploding, but beware of danger, betrayal, and chaos.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for danger
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Most of the world's volcanoes that pose a risk to humans already have detailed maps of their interiors, but not Popocatépetl, despite the fact that some 25 million people live within a 62-mile radius and houses, schools, hospitals and five airports could be affected by an eruption.—
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These popular items are at risk of selling out, so be sure to shop our 10 picks today while prices start at just $16.—
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Mariners traversing the bar are urged to exercise extreme caution or stay in port until the threat subsides.—
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Information widely available within the industry suggested that land movement related to hurricane activity was a threat to pipelines.—
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Cameron Dicker kicked field goals of 37 and 27 yards and running back Omarion Hampton scored on a 5-yard run in the second half, and the Chargers were never in serious jeopardy.—
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That work could be put in jeopardy by the center’s breakup.—
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Another teaches free guitar lessons to keep kids out of trouble.—
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The first signs of trouble came in the opening minutes of the game.—
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“Danger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/danger. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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