at risk

phrase

Synonyms of at risknext
: in a state or condition marked by a high level of risk or susceptibility
patients at risk of infection
—usually hyphenated when used before a noun
programs to support at-risk youth

Examples of at risk in a Sentence

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New Zealand’s more expansive style was always going to put them at risk in this fixture. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 4 July 2026 As America turns 250 years old, many people say the American Dream is at risk. — Gonzalo Schwarz, Washington Post, 2 July 2026 The generation that will likely define the future of work is also most at risk of experiencing work with less connection. — Carrie Varoquiers, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Using basic academic terminology would place grants at risk of rejection or termination on political grounds. — ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at risk

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of at risk was in 1796

Rhymes for at risk

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“At risk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20risk. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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