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
In February 2026 another 400 jobs were put at risk when production ended at ExxonMobil's Mossmorran chemical works in Fife, too.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Arad's wife Tami thanked the military but said the lives of soldiers should not be put "at risk" in the hunt for traces of her husband, Israeli media reported.
From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026
“We should be unequivocal that any attacks against infrastructure that could put at risk the ability of nuclear power plants to operate safely are off limits.”
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
