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[risk] / rɪsk /




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The regional prefecture said in a statement that several factors had weighed on its decision, including the "cancellation of previous concerts by the American rapper in other countries and the real risk of counter-demonstrations".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

“The Fed would be worried about downside growth risk if we were to see a run-up in oil prices that was sustained,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

However, the researchers stress that larger studies are needed before melatonin can be recommended as a long-term strategy for reducing cancer risk in night shift workers.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

He had to ask for special permission to use his daily cash flow to fund expenses, or risk running out of money and being forced to close his outlets.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

I pause beside a column and risk a look.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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