peril

Example Sentences

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I hope his story can be remembered not because of its tragedy, but because it demanded a future where people deserving refuge are not thrown into peril.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

Ukraine knows the peril and the challenge better than anyone else.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher has warned of "a moment of grave peril for Lebanon".

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

"We're living through a moment right now of grave peril," Fletcher said.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Eisman was now convinced a lot of the biggest firms on Wall Street did not understand their own risks, and were in peril.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis