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is risking

  • present progressive of risk (3rd person singular).

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"Broadcasters' reliance on reality formats involving members of the public is risking a line being crossed, the line that separates entertainment from exploitation," he wrote.

From BBC May 22, 2026

Coop is risking his lifestyle on that bet.

From Salon Apr. 11, 2025

“Anyone in Gaza City is risking their life,” Israel’s Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant said.

From Seattle Times Nov. 4, 2023

Cheryl Hines, the “Curb Your Enthusiasm” actress, is risking her reputation to support her husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in his presidential campaign.

From New York Times Jun. 17, 2023

Mr. Washburn is risking his life to help my family as well as my suffering country.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez