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risk

[risk] / rɪsk /




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Despite concerns about overbuild risk, investor demand for AI-related investments remains strong, with tech stocks up 31% this quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The increase in risk at an individual level is very small, and drinking water is much better for your health than sugary drinks like juices and soft drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Human-like machines may appear familiar and trustworthy as their civilian use grows, increasing the risk people misread danger.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Higher nitrate intake from vegetables was associated with a lower risk of dementia, while greater exposure to nitrate and nitrite from animal products, processed meats, and drinking water was linked to a higher risk.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“C.C.! We must get away or risk being captured!”

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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