as in to endanger
to place in danger a single mistake could imperil the lives of everyone involved in the military operation
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as in risk
the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil the city has reduced the number of its firefighters, to the imperilment of every homeowner
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Recent Examples of imperil
Liam Twomey, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026 America’s dealings with other nations across the globe have been imperiled by the threat of tariffs, and keeping this commitment to cooperation on the table is a must in the current trade environment. —Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026 The world is a safer place when Iran is no longer able to threaten the Middle East, and beyond, with missiles nor imperil the world with its nascent nuclear bombs. —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026 Then the studio structured trailers and marketing around an unspecified, unspeakable disclosure by Zendaya’s character that derails the wedding plans (and imperils the characters’ romantic union) to stoke maximum curiosity. —Chris Lee, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for imperil
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This latest embarrassment may swell its numbers, and another defeat against Manchester opposition would begin to imperil a top-half finish, never mind Champions League qualification. —Liam Twomey, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026 America’s dealings with other nations across the globe have been imperiled by the threat of tariffs, and keeping this commitment to cooperation on the table is a must in the current trade environment. —Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026 The world is a safer place when Iran is no longer able to threaten the Middle East, and beyond, with missiles nor imperil the world with its nascent nuclear bombs. —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026 Then the studio structured trailers and marketing around an unspecified, unspeakable disclosure by Zendaya’s character that derails the wedding plans (and imperils the characters’ romantic union) to stoke maximum curiosity. —Chris Lee, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for imperil
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Snorkeling is easy and spectacular at the reef, which protects endangered Hawksbill turtles on Bagno di Gili, where the beach club sits, a 25-minute ride away by motor launch.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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Topa Topa’s story began in early 1967, the year that the California condor was classified as endangered by the United States.— Staff report, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Oversight should focus on providers that exhibit clear signs of risk, with better use of data to identify outliers and more consistent, targeted audits.— Tom Koutsoumpas, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
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The Wall Street bank said the PlayStation owner's size positions it to manage both the risks and rewards of AI advances.— Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
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Alex Bonetig’s goal more than five minutes into extra time made the difference for Portland (4-1-5), which threatened repeatedly late to break a 1-1 stalemate that lasted nearly the entire second half.— Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
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During the trial, the victim testified that Newton pointed a gun at the victim’s head and threatened her with it instead of attempting to pistol-whip her.— City News Service, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
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The conflict comes at a particularly precarious time for the luxury sector, which had been largely expected to return to growth in 2026 after a year-long slump – a recovery that is now in jeopardy.— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
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Despite Russini 's departure from her job, there've been no indications that Vrabel's job could be in jeopardy.— Valeriya Antonshchuk, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026
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The only major difference between now and then is that Edwards is now in danger of being dragged down with his ship.— Steve Madeley, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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Armed federal agents broke down the door while executing a warrant for someone else, and rounded up the people inside without properly determining whether Juan was a flight risk or a danger to the community, said Lear, his immigration attorney.— Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
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Although Rolder’s short arm length could give him some trouble with block-shedding, several workable pieces on his profile likely speak to what Buffalo would go for in its new defense at a reduced cost.— Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Fresh off a dismal home sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees, the Red Sox hit the road and quickly found their troubles following close behind as they were blown out by the Baltimore Orioles 10-3 in the first game of their weekend series at Camden Yards.— Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Imperil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/imperil. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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