at risk

Idioms  

1. In danger, as in Their house's location on the San Andreas Fault puts them at risk in the next major earthquake . [c. 1900]

2. Legally responsible to pay for loss or damage, as in If he can't keep up with the insurance premiums, he is at risk for any liability claims on the property . [Late 1700s]

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Example Sentences

She said, the injury had caused "compartment syndrome" which put her leg at risk.

From Barron's

The OBR forecasts matter because the government may cut spending or raise taxes if it is at risk of not meeting its rules.

From BBC

“They’re putting themselves at risk to provide care. What you see are the hurdles they face.”

From Los Angeles Times

Enduring hardship can make it worse, and put an entire mission at risk because the cold is so unforgiving.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We are at risk of losing the trust of the people of California if we don’t hold ourselves accountable for delivering better results on public education, home building, public safety,” Mahan said.

From Los Angeles Times