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riskier

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It’s an inherently riskier strategy but also potentially more profitable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Experts say overcrowding in boats makes crossings riskier.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

But rarely are the finished films measurably different or riskier than those that came before.

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026

One study, published in 2020, discussed how experts might recommend retrofitting riskier buildings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

In my experience, a political strike is always riskier than an economic one.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela