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as in venturing
to take a chance on
Colette didn't want to risk running out of food for her party, so she bought twice what she thought she would actually need
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as in endangering
to place in danger
we refuse to risk our life savings on this investment scheme
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Recent Examples of risking
From the first responders risking their lives to the thousands who walked home through the dust and smoke, New Yorkers were bonded by tragedy, and the world was with us.
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MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Target also could be risking inconsistent experiences between stores with large fulfillment centers and smaller stores without those centers.
—Dan Gingiss, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The report comes after analysts — and some Fed officials — for months have debated whether the central bank has waited too long to cut rates, risking a slowdown.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Even when a private attorney takes on a public defender case, the lower reimbursement rate compared to full-paying clients incentivizes attorneys to cut a quick deal, risking the defendant’s legal outcome, according to a report from the Sixth Amendment Center.
—Margaret Shreiner, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
On raw strength, robots can be designed to handle heavy or hazardous tasks without risking injury.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
Senate Republicans will likely have to deploy a rare procedural motion to shut down the filibuster, risking deepening fractures in a chamber that is already embroiled in bitter animosity.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Before the settlement, the trio would’ve been free to sell their shares when the trust expired in 2030, risking the family’s control of the business.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
This will have an effect similar to leather conditioner, without risking any color change.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025
MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Target also could be risking inconsistent experiences between stores with large fulfillment centers and smaller stores without those centers.
—Dan Gingiss, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The report comes after analysts — and some Fed officials — for months have debated whether the central bank has waited too long to cut rates, risking a slowdown.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Even when a private attorney takes on a public defender case, the lower reimbursement rate compared to full-paying clients incentivizes attorneys to cut a quick deal, risking the defendant’s legal outcome, according to a report from the Sixth Amendment Center.
—Margaret Shreiner, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
On raw strength, robots can be designed to handle heavy or hazardous tasks without risking injury.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
Senate Republicans will likely have to deploy a rare procedural motion to shut down the filibuster, risking deepening fractures in a chamber that is already embroiled in bitter animosity.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Before the settlement, the trio would’ve been free to sell their shares when the trust expired in 2030, risking the family’s control of the business.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
This will have an effect similar to leather conditioner, without risking any color change.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for risking
Verb
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This keeps them out of your primary inbox, which is appreciated, but venturing into the Promotions tab when the need arises can be overwhelming.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
11 Sep. 2025
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These currents vary in speed and can swiftly become perilous for anyone venturing into the surf.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Stephanie Householder was charged with 22 felonies, including abuse or neglect of a child and endangering the welfare of a child.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Though Smith was charged with four counts of assault for scaring and endangering the villagers, troopers did not say he was involved in his mother’s death.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Evidence showed Lachlan feared alienating core Fox viewers — which is to say pro-Trump voters — by confronting them too directly with the facts that President Joe Biden squarely won the election.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
10 Sep. 2025
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George Clooney plays the titular protagonist, a famous movie actor who embarks on a journey of self-discovery confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager Ron (Adam Sandler).—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Critics and rights groups argued that both the ban and the bill function as tools for censorship, threatening freedom of expression, press freedom and fundamental rights.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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At trial Dever accused Jackson of threatening to indict her for perjury.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Our moments of uncanny convergence—like bumping into an old flame at the exact right (or wrong) time—function like indulgences did in the days of Martin Luther, tempting us in the promise of paradise.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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In a sponsor category long dominated by two giants, the athleisure maker joins a wave of challengers tempting star players with opportunities for creative input—and lucrative financial terms.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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So, Hilleary will be in the odd position of facing a significant pay cut for getting a big promotion on Capitol Hill.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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An office that helps members of Congress serve Social Security recipients is facing cuts by up to 94 percent.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Risking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risking. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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