
Endanger
Physical Harm
Use 'endanger' when someone's physical safety is at risk.

Distracted driving endangers everyone on the road.
Environment Focus
'Endanger' is often used when discussing the protection of the environment.

Polluting rivers with plastics endangers marine life.
Severity Level
Use 'endanger' to imply a high level of risk or threat.

Leaving the campfire unattended could endanger the entire forest.
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CompromiseEndemicImperilJeopardizeMenacePerilRiskThreaten
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