at risk
Idioms-
In danger, as in Their house's location on the San Andreas Fault puts them at risk in the next major earthquake . [c. 1900]
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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]
Example Sentences
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West Midlands mayor Richard Parker called the findings "shocking" saying the number of drivers putting themselves and others at risk was "far higher than we expected".
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
His colleague, quantitative research analyst David Chew, sees IWM at risk of a short squeeze in the near term.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
If you’re at risk for osteoporosis or bone issues, you can also opt to take calcium and vitamin D supplements.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026
Forecasters are warning that south-facing beaches in Southern California could be particularly at risk of flooding on account of Tropical Storm Rachel this weekend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
I’m waiting for her to tell me there’s no excuse for putting the whole camp at risk.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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