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endangered

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd]

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Learn how to use endangered in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “environment”

(adjective) when a species of animal or plant is in danger of disappearing completely from the Earth. This means there are very few left, and if nothing is done, they could all be gone forever.

Example

The panda is an endangered species, and many organizations are working hard to help protect them.

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The tiger was not endangered many years ago, but now its numbers have dropped dramatically.

Example

What can we do to help endangered animals in our area?

Context: “risk”

(verb) to put something valuable at risk or in danger. This means making it less safe or more likely to be harmed or lost.

Example

Some people work to prevent pollution because it can endanger many types of wildlife.

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Ignoring the rules does not endanger our safety at all; we should follow them.

Example

What are some activities that could endanger marine life?

How to pronounce endangered

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd]

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