risked

Definition

To do something that might have a bad result because you could lose something or get hurt; to take a chance where there is danger or uncertainty.

Usage & Nuances

Used in past contexts as the simple past of 'risk'. Commonly followed by a verb in the '-ing' form, e.g. 'risked losing'. Often appears in stories, news, or when discussing decisions involving danger. Don't confuse 'risked' (action) with 'at risk' (state of being exposed to danger).

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