jeopardy

[US]/ˈdʒepədi/
[UK]/ˈdʒepərdi/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.danger;a dangerous situation where someone is at risk of being convicted or punished.

Phrases & Collocations

in jeopardy

face jeopardy

financial jeopardy

avoid jeopardy

double jeopardy

Example Sentences

the whole peace process is in jeopardy .

be in jeopardy of one's life

he is in double jeopardy , unable to speak either language adequately.

put someone's life in jeopardy

jeopardy of losing their jobs

jeopardy of being caught

jeopardy to national security

avoid putting yourself in jeopardy

jeopardy of failing the exam

jeopardy to public health

in jeopardy of extinction

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