verb
- exposing someone or something to danger, harm, or loss
Usage: present participle of ‘risk’
Examples
- She is risking her life by climbing without safety equipment.
- The company is risking bankruptcy with this expensive expansion.
- He’s risking his reputation by supporting the controversial policy.
- They’re risking everything on this new business venture.
- The doctor warned against risking infection by not taking antibiotics.
- She’s risking being late by stopping for coffee.
- The team is risking defeat by playing so defensively.