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Synonyms for Risk (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune):
endangerment, hazard, jeopardy, peril

WordNet sense 2 (the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred):
risk of infection

WordNet sense 3 (the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent):
risk of exposure

WordNet sense 4 (expose to a chance of loss or damage):
lay on the line, put on the line

WordNet sense 5 (take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome):
adventure, chance, gamble, run a risk, take a chance, take chances

WordNet sense 6 (a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury):
danger


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