harm's way

American  

noun

1. danger; a dangerous situation.

   to get out of harm's way during a storm.

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Example Sentences

Seeing a dog, even outside, makes her overwhelmed by fear and struggle to think, and she will put herself in harm's way to avoid being near it.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Many were stuck in hotels, waiting for instructions from local authorities, creating a challenge for the company as it sought to get employees home and out of harm’s way, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Scientists and experts were quick to condemn the action, saying it contradicts established science and will put more people in harm’s way.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel said "you cannot create a scenario that illegally entraps and puts law enforcement in harm's way."

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

Rashid might not like him, but he had made sure Tad had gotten out of harm’s way.

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau