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jeopardy

[jep-er-dee] / ˈdʒɛp ər di /


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On the field, the decision to expand the tournament to 48 teams -- up from 32 in 2022 -- is likely to strip the group stage of any sense of jeopardy.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

With the conflict ongoing and the flow of oil uncertain, the cost of jet fuel could continue to rise, leaving more flight routes in jeopardy, especially in states like California.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

As of the closing bell, the S&P 500 had wiped out its advance from earlier in the week, placing a lengthy weekly winning streak in jeopardy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Small builders, who have long considered themselves to be legally in the clear to sell Strat-shaped guitars, say Fender’s actions could put their business in jeopardy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

He had already learned the lesson he would teach me that day: that his body was in constant jeopardy.

From "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates




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