in danger
prep. phr..prep. phr.. to be in a situation where you might be hurt, killed, or lose something important.
prep. phr.. a prepositional phrase functioning as an adjective or adverb, indicating a state of vulnerability to harm, loss, or destruction.
The hikers are in danger because of the storm.
If we don't protect these forests, many rare animals will be in danger of disappearing forever.
The historic building was in danger of collapse after years of neglect and exposure to the harsh coastal elements.
often followed by the preposition 'of' and a noun or gerund to specify the threat.
contrast with 'at risk'; while often interchangeable, 'in danger' often implies a more immediate or physical threat than 'at risk'.
The animals are in the danger.The animals are in danger.the phrase is a fixed expression and does not take a definite article when describing a general state of risk.