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danger
This word carries a heavy sense of imminent threat or risk. It suggests a state of vulnerability where a negative outcome is likely if precautions are not taken. It is often used in high-stakes environments like construction sites, war zones, or wilderness survival. While risk is often calculated or financial, danger feels more visceral and physical. It evokes a feeling of alertness or fear, signaling that a boundary has been crossed into a zone where safety is no longer guaranteed.
Countable when referring to a specific source of harm like a loose wire. Uncountable when referring to the general state of being unsafe.
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The possibility of suffering harm or injury
"The crumbling bridge poses a significant danger to drivers."