as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
that stupid prank could turn out to be a jeopardizing event in your academic career
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as in endangering
to place in danger
don't do anything that will jeopardize your place on the advisory board
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Recent Examples of jeopardizing
Elizabeth Pearson, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Her union handlers believed someone else might have caused her contamination, and spiked her test kits, in order to sideline her and prevent her from causing trouble for Kerr-McGee -- or perhaps from jeopardizing their jobs.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
Encourage Women To Take Big Swings Creating an environment where risk-taking is valued and recognized opens the door for women to bring their bold ideas to the forefront without the fear of jeopardizing their reputation.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
This reflects the growing fear among these nations that insufficient Western support could embolden Russia, jeopardizing not only Ukraine but the security of the entire region.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
This may be a wonderful way for grandparents to save for their grandkids higher education without jeopardizing their ability to qualify for financial aid.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Leaders who chase short-term gains at the expense of long-term sustainability may please stakeholders in the moment but risk jeopardizing their organization’s future.
—Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
While the President-elect has not publicly addressed the issue, his allies and Cabinet picks have signaled plans to reduce government spending, potentially jeopardizing the measure.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
Rising temperatures are straining green spaces and urban ecosystems, degrading air quality, and jeopardizing biodiversity.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Let’s explore why taking PTO can feel impossible under these conditions and how to set boundaries without jeopardizing your career.
—Elizabeth Pearson, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Her union handlers believed someone else might have caused her contamination, and spiked her test kits, in order to sideline her and prevent her from causing trouble for Kerr-McGee -- or perhaps from jeopardizing their jobs.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
Encourage Women To Take Big Swings Creating an environment where risk-taking is valued and recognized opens the door for women to bring their bold ideas to the forefront without the fear of jeopardizing their reputation.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
This reflects the growing fear among these nations that insufficient Western support could embolden Russia, jeopardizing not only Ukraine but the security of the entire region.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
This may be a wonderful way for grandparents to save for their grandkids higher education without jeopardizing their ability to qualify for financial aid.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Leaders who chase short-term gains at the expense of long-term sustainability may please stakeholders in the moment but risk jeopardizing their organization’s future.
—Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
While the President-elect has not publicly addressed the issue, his allies and Cabinet picks have signaled plans to reduce government spending, potentially jeopardizing the measure.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
Rising temperatures are straining green spaces and urban ecosystems, degrading air quality, and jeopardizing biodiversity.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jeopardizing
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Road conditions could also be dangerous in the region.Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 13 Dec. 2024
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From Jack Harris: The New York Mets added Juan Soto, but the Dodgers’ lineup remains deeper and more dangerous.Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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Ferguson’s mother slammed the NYPD for using excessive force in killing her son and endangering the little girl.Gardiner Anderson, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Ongoing attacks have crippled Gaza's water and sanitation systems, depriving children of safe water and endangering their health.Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Public housing residents have also raised concerns about hazardous conditions inside Housing Authority buildings — including mold, gun violence, and rodent and bug infestations.Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
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The search was delayed for three days due to hazardous conditions.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Unilateral action is both perilous and economically unsustainable.Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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As perilous as 2024 has been for people who make games, it's offered a diverse bounty for those who play them.James Perkins Mastromarino, NPR, 5 Dec. 2024
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The pair had developed close ties with Algeria, Morocco's aggressive neighbor to its east, potentially threatening the nearby Strait of Gibraltar.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, in a request for a restraining order, Hardman was accused of threatening someone’s life.Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The riskier side of X operates in the vein of Backpage.com, where creators use the app to promote their work, engage with fans, and find gigs.Jason Parham, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
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Market timing is a risky game and often a fool’s errand.Ron Insana, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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Quality dropped like a stone and serious wine drinkers lost interest.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Honolulu Emergency Medical Services told CNN that the patients’ injuries included a serious head injury, lacerations, bruising and loss of consciousness.Alexandra Skores, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Jeopardizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jeopardizing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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