high-risk

British

adjective

denoting a group, part, etc, that is particularly subject or exposed to a danger

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The research team envisions a future where these monoclonal antibodies could be given as an infusion to prevent EBV infection or reactivation, especially in high-risk groups.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

At the time, World Liberty didn’t directly address Sun’s allegations but said in a statement on X that it responds to “malicious or high-risk activity that could harm community members.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The high-risk procedure normally requires a donor to have a specific mutation of their CCR5 gene, which blocks HIV from entering the body's cells.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Including Ngumoha would be the high-risk strategy, and Slot's natural default position has been conservatism this season.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

I need to know that you understand that Nigeria is a high-risk country.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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