When you risk something, you are putting your safety at risk. You might risk your money by gambling, or you might risk your life by jumping off a bridge.
He risked his life by swimming to the island.
She risked her reputation by writing that article.
verb
To incur risk of (something).
verb
To incur risk of harming or jeopardizing.
verb
To incur risk as a result of (doing something).
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The site is secure and secluded so as minimise the risk of vandalism.
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He risked all of his money on the big adventure.
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It is a tradeoff between the risk and the cost of mitigating that risk.
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It puts children at increased risk for mental health problems including anxiety and general psychological maladjustment.
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It is at risk of extirpation in Canada.
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Perhaps it's the risk, the gamble.
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The risk of stagflation increases.
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The risks outweigh the benefits.
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They willingly accepted the risk.
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This is the systemic risk to the portfolio.