put at risk
Example Sentences
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The exchange of attacks could complicate continuing U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the conflict between the two countries and might put at risk the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
It describes how high-risk infants in neonatal units are put at risk of serious feeding, swallowing and communication issues.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
But it is a delicate sequence that requires the confidence of the committee, which is exactly what an early, contested rate cut would put at risk.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
Failure to pass the Rotor Act means another day, week or month that we put at risk the safety of all passengers who fly our skies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
The happiness and convenience of so many good people would be put at risk.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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