risk

verb B1

Meaning

To risk something means to put it in a situation where it could be harmed or lost.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "risk" with "risky," which describes something that has a high chance of danger.

Example Sentences

Do you risk losing money if you invest now ?
I do not risk my money on unknown investments .
I don't want to risk losing my phone today .
I don ’ t want to risk losing my phone again .

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