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in danger

idiom
Meaning

to be in a situation where you might be hurt, killed, or lose something important.


Examples
SIMPLE

The small bird is in danger from the cat.

CONTEXTUAL

The hikers realized they were in danger when the storm started and they lost their map.

COMPLEX

Without immediate intervention, the delicate ecosystem remains in danger of total collapse due to rising sea levels.

Last updated April 22, 2026