risk

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Shippers are unlikely to risk vessels during strikes; experts suggest a U.N. resolution and multinational force as the first step to reopening.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The risk of an immune response is common to peptide drugs in general.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

This level of reduction is considered large enough to lower the risk of cardiovascular events.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

As economic activity slows and recession risk builds, retailing purchasing patterns tend to gravitate toward discounters like Walmart and away from luxury retailers.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Jemma won’t risk revealing anyone’s name in case our letters get opened. So we’re using a secret code. Some folks call it a cipher. We’re protecting the innocent.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan