1
as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
life is full of unexpected perils
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2
as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil
they were unhappy about sending their son into peril overseas
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
a tribute to the men and women who, as firefighters, peril their lives daily
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Recent Examples of peril
Anna Mulrine Grobe, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Mar. 2025
This strategy comes with several perils and pitfalls.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025
Though her frequent brushes with peril eventually got on fans' nerves, her story certainly had its bright points.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 10 Mar. 2025
The film, which follows a young Japanese woman who finds herself in peril when her father’s traveling puppet show crosses paths with a criminal gang, premiered as the opening gala at the Glasgow Film Festival in February.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Mar. 2025
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Noun
As these latest Trump administration moves play out, they will be recorded in America’s history books, already well stocked with tales of U.S. presidents who have let go of commanders for political reasons – or kept others at their political peril.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Mar. 2025
This strategy comes with several perils and pitfalls.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025
Though her frequent brushes with peril eventually got on fans' nerves, her story certainly had its bright points.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 10 Mar. 2025
The film, which follows a young Japanese woman who finds herself in peril when her father’s traveling puppet show crosses paths with a criminal gang, premiered as the opening gala at the Glasgow Film Festival in February.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peril
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Critics of Cambodia’s rulers are framed as threats to peace and unity.—
Sophal Ear,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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Combs had offered up to $50 million to wait for his trial from his home on Star Island, but prosecutors insisted the musician was a threat to witnesses and victims.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The country could be at risk of losing its elimination status if an outbreak continued for more than one year.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Key challenges, like the risk of exacerbating inequality if access is limited to the rich and the significant energy demands, will need to be addressed.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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These changes threaten culturally and economically significant species, ultimately endangering the livelihoods that depend on them.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
14 Feb. 2025
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Warren Houston, 45, was indicted by a Hamilton County grand jury Tuesday on involuntary manslaughter, reckless homicide and endangering children, according to court documents.—
David Ferrara,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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This behavior mimics their wild ancestors, who would ambush prey from above or perch in trees to avoid danger.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Emery introduced two attackers, Watkins and Malen, in the 66th minute, yet there was little danger that Rogers would be one of those to make way.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Other programs like the Master Woodland Manager Program would be also put into jeopardy.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2025
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There was no real jeopardy for the neutral apart from Ravindra’s flying start and India slipping to 122 for 3.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Now cuts to federal funding threaten efforts to prevent more cases and outbreaks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Apr. 2025
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Instead, opponents of the job cuts are making arguments more in line with the Trump administration’s priorities by saying the cuts threaten nuclear energy, mineral production and expanding energy access.—
Lisa Friedman,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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But sometimes, that curiosity can get them into trouble, especially when electrical cords are involved.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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Police eventually returned the child home, and Bass reported the child had been in trouble the day before, according to a police report.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Peril.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peril. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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