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endangering

VERB

put in jeopardy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

expose imperil menace threaten

STRONG

chance hazard peril risk venture

WEAK

be careless chance it lay on the line lay open leave defenseless leave in the middle make liable play into one's hands put at risk put in danger put on the spot stick one's neck out subject to loss

Antonyms

STRONGEST

guard help protect save

WEAK

aid assist comfort take care

Example Sentences

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"It is endangering our lives and our business," said Nicholas, 42, a souvenir vendor who did not want to give his surname for fear of reprisals.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“They need to pay for it by opening up their checkbook and changing the program to ensure that there are parental controls and that we are not endangering our kids.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Three more people - two from Sudan and one from Iran - were charged with endangering the lives of others during a sea crossing and were remanded in custody.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

But experts and environmentalists warn this explosion in mining permits is endangering water resources and the economies of rural areas.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“You know, 1 should have let Sheriff Dean arrest both of you for tampering with a medicinal product and endangering the public health. My elixirs are carefully synthesized compounds of potentially dangerous elements.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool