endangering
word · lemma: endanger
Definition
Causing someone or something to be in danger or at risk of harm.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and semi-formal contexts, especially about safety, environment, or laws. Common with 'species', 'lives', 'future'. Do not confuse with 'dangerous' (adjective). Often followed by 'by' or 'of' plus reason.
Spanish: poner en peligro - poner en riesgoPortuguese (BR): colocar em perigo - pôr em riscoPortuguese (PT): colocar em perigo - pôr em riscoChinese (Simplified): 危及 - 使处于危险Chinese (Traditional): 危及 - 使處於危險Hindi: खतरे में डालनाArabic: تعريض للخطرBengali: বিপন্ন করা - ঝুঁকিতে ফেলাRussian: подвергать опасности - ставить под угрозуJapanese: 危険にさらすVietnamese: gây nguy hiểm - đe doạKorean: 위태롭게 하다 - 위험에 빠뜨리다Turkish: tehlikeye atmak - riske sokmakUrdu: خطر میں ڈالناIndonesian: membahayakan
Example Sentences
They are endangering animals by cutting down the forest.
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The company is accused of endangering workers by ignoring safety rules.
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Smoking in bed is endangering your life.
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Pollution is endangering the world's oceans.
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By not wearing a seatbelt, you are endangering yourself and others.
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Leaving your dog in a hot car is seriously endangering its health.
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