jeopard
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of jeopard
1325–75; Middle English juparten, back formation from jupartie jeopardy, representing Middle French jeu partir to divide play, play, hence, take a chance
Example Sentences
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In other words, Amodio isn't really doing anything wrong, despite how "Jeopard!y" audiences have been up in arms about the champion of late.
From Salon
The huge hole Chance Jeopard is digging in the backyard leads to his discovery of a secret underground hospital in Saint Philomene’s Infirmary for Magical Creatures by W. Stone Cotter.
From Washington Post
J ‘jeopard’ Typically, a “backformation” is a verb derived from a noun, as to scavenge is derived from a scavenger.
From The Guardian
To risk, or hazard; jeopard; to venture.
From Project Gutenberg
Rather than jeopard independence he sacrificed home, money, honours, even reputation itself.
From Project Gutenberg
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