26984 words

jeopardize

3 definitions • 3 examples
1
to put something such as a plan or system in danger of being harmed or damaged:

Examples:

She knew that by failing her finals she could jeopardize her whole future.
2
to cause something to be harmed or damaged, or to put something in danger:

Examples:

She knew that failing her exams could jeopardize her whole future.
3
to put something such as a plan or system in danger of being harmed or destroyed:

Examples:

The rate increase may jeopardize economic recovery.

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