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harm's way

NOUN
danger
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In some cases, changes in whale behaviour -- possibly attributable to climate change -- were putting them in harm's way.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The effect could be magnified in this case, given that it happened just feet from prominent reporters who were themselves in harm’s way.

From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026

When our servicemen and -women put themselves in harm’s way to confront tyranny, they deserve our thanks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Scientists and experts were quick to condemn the action, saying it contradicts established science and will put more people in harm’s way.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

He didn’t shuffle past and hold his breath until he was safely out of harm’s way.

From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly



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