endanger
verb (used with object)
to expose to danger; imperil.
is endangering
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present progressiveof endanger (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"It is endangering our lives and our business," said Nicholas, 42, a souvenir vendor who did not want to give his surname for fear of reprisals.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
Yehuda Cohen, whose son, Nimrod, is one of t he captives, told the BBC World Service's Newsday programme that Netanyahu's decision is "endangering my son and other living hostages".
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2025
“Carry-On” does not focus much on why Traveler is endangering lives.
From Salon ● Dec. 13, 2024
Inequality is endangering the reciprocity that Giving Tuesday celebrates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 28, 2023
As if me being on this ship is endangering everyone on it.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
