put at risk
Example Sentences
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The exchange of attacks could complicate continuing U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the conflict between the two countries and might put at risk the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
That prosperity, however, could potentially be put at risk if air traffic to the region fails to recover quickly, with the tourism sector looking particularly exposed.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Arad's wife Tami thanked the military but said the lives of soldiers should not be put "at risk" in the hunt for traces of her husband, Israeli media reported.
From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026
Failure to pass the Rotor Act means another day, week or month that we put at risk the safety of all passengers who fly our skies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
The happiness and convenience of so many good people would be put at risk.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
