Endanger (Verb)
Meaning 1
Put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The economic sanctions imposed on the country would endanger the livelihoods of millions of people.
- His decision to walk out on his high-paying job without having another one lined up would endanger his family's financial security.
- The stormy weather conditions would endanger the crew's ability to navigate the ship safely.
- Lack of funding would endanger the continuation of the research project, which has already made significant breakthroughs.
- Canceling the health insurance plan would endanger the families of the laid-off employees who rely on it for medical coverage.
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Meaning 2
Pose a threat to; present a danger to; "The pollution is endangering the crops".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The overhunting of these animal species is endangering their very existence.
- Climate change is endangering the lives of millions of people around the world.
- The rising water level is endangering the city's waterfront properties.
- His reckless driving is endangering the lives of other road users.
- The improper disposal of hazardous waste is endangering public health.