1. to put someone or something in a situation where harm or damage is possible

Examples

• Reckless driving can endanger other motorists.
• The factory’s pollution may endanger local wildlife.
• Parents worry that violent video games might endanger their children’s development.
• Climate change could endanger many species of animals.
• The hiker’s decision to ignore the weather warning endangered the entire rescue team.
• New construction projects sometimes endanger historic buildings.
• Smoking endangers your health and the health of those around you.