jeopardize

Example Sentences

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In his message on Sunday, Trump also referred to another operation inside Iran to rescue "another brave pilot ... which we did not confirm, because we did not want to jeopardize our second rescue operation."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

It is hard to believe that the majority truly wants to jeopardize all the laws that Jackson highlights.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

In a 70-page petition filed with the Fourth Appellate District Monday, Bonta wrote that “the Sheriff’s misguided investigation threatens to sow distrust and jeopardize public confidence” in upcoming elections.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

That could jeopardize a trading relationship worth some $300 billion a year, just slightly less than Japan transacts with the U.S.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

I would do nothing to insult him, nothing to jeopardize my chances of getting to the Sacred Rock.

From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis