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Definition run the risk (of something) in British English

run the risk (of something) phrase

phrase
1

to be in a situation in which something bad could happen

Example

She didn't go, because she didn't want to run the risk of seeing Neil again.

Example

The President runs the risk of assassination with every public appearance.

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Definition run the risk (of something) in British English