Endanger

usgb/ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/
verb

To put someone or something into a situation where they could be harmed or damaged.

Smoking during pregnancy can endanger the health of the baby.
Visual representation of "endanger" - To put someone or something into a situation where they could be harmed or damaged.

Often appears as...

  • endanger the health
  • endanger the environment
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Physical Harm

Use 'endanger' when someone's physical safety is at risk.

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Distracted driving endangers everyone on the road.
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Environment Focus

'Endanger' is often used when discussing the protection of the environment.

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Polluting rivers with plastics endangers marine life.
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Severity Level

Use 'endanger' to imply a high level of risk or threat.

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Leaving the campfire unattended could endanger the entire forest.
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