at risk
Example Sentences
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The grid’s capacity is at risk of maxing out during heat waves, perhaps as soon as this summer, which could force PJM to call for rolling blackouts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
It seems as if those most at risk of having their applications rejected would be people who have overstayed temporary visas, but there are no specific categories laid out.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
“Under moderate scenarios of climate warming and urban expansion, an additional 4.1 million residents may be at risk by mid-century,” according to the study led by UC Berkeley’s Lisa Couper.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Present-day financial stress can have long-lasting implications on a person’s future retirement — putting millions of Americans with money worries at risk.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
“She put her life at risk and she’s been lying to me for weeks.”
From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon
