in peril
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It’s a system that has worked for decades, but it may be in peril, as the 12-bed private nonprofit hospital’s leaders are concerned it won’t be able to survive its current financial challenges.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
On Tuesday, borrowing costs - as shown by the bond yield, or interest rate - across two, five, 10 and 30-year terms were all higher as the prime minister's future was in peril.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
JetBlue is often cited as one of the airlines in peril from the current squeeze of rising fuel costs and potentially reluctant consumers.
From MarketWatch ● May 4, 2026
The 1,450-mile river is in peril, a water source for 40 million people in seven states that is beset by population growth and a warming climate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
Mr. Kempsey told us to turn to the hymn that goes, Oh hear us when we cry to thee for those in peril on the sea.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
