IN JEOPARDY Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

in jeopardy

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Definition of in jeopardy

as in susceptible

being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm Human encroachment has left many once-thriving species in jeopardy.

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Recent Examples of in jeopardy The latest report notes that the public benefits most in jeopardy are also the ones with some of the largest effects in reducing poverty in Connecticut. — P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 14 Oct. 2026 The Irish Partnership of Pittsburgh is launching a campaign to raise $200,000 after years of financial pressures put the Pittsburgh Irish Festival in jeopardy. — Jessica Riley, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 With the holiday in jeopardy, Penny must reluctantly step up to save Christmas for the children of Emilyville — and the rest of the world. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026 The Rams were never quite in jeopardy of losing the game, but obviously the final score looked a lot closer than the game was. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in jeopardy

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at risk

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That puts millions of people and billions in real estate value at risk.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026
Still, Flávio Bolsonaro presented a stark choice that for many environmentalists felt would put the Amazon and Brazil's overall environmental protections at risk.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2026

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