imperilling

/ɪmˈpɛrəlɪŋ/
adjective
  1. That puts something or someone in danger; threatening.
    • The imperilling drought is destroying crops across the region.
    • Imperilling actions like ignoring safety rules can lead to accidents.
    • The imperilling spread of the virus forced the city into lockdown.
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