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at risk
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prone to danger or harm
Example
The doctor prescribed medication to prevent the formation of blood clots in patients at risk of stroke.
The humanitarian organization provided emergency relief to communities at risk of starving.
The predictive nature of genetics allows scientists to identify individuals at risk for certain diseases.
to put somebody or something at risk
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to put a person or thing in a situation in which it is very likely for them to be harmed, damaged, killed, or destroyed
Example
The doctor prescribed medication to prevent the formation of blood clots in patients at risk of stroke.
The humanitarian organization provided emergency relief to communities at risk of starving.
The predictive nature of genetics allows scientists to identify individuals at risk for certain diseases.
Despite the risks, the wildlife photographer ventured deep into the jungle to capture animals at risk.
As with all diseases, certain groups will be more at risk than others.
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