Example Sentences

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The PLO may have believed Sadr, fearing they were endangering the Lebanese population, might have convinced Gaddafi to rein them in.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

John Aquilino, commander of the Indo-Pacific Command, said the activities were endangering air crews and risking a conflict with China over a mishap that might spiral out of control.

From Washington Times • Oct. 18, 2023

This followed a complaint from Prague that its operations were endangering water sources of residents across the border.

From Reuters • Feb. 8, 2022

In the end, they returned home, fearing they were endangering the life of Kalo’s ailing 80-year-old mother.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2021

"Didn't you know you were endangering the school?"

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison