as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
a hazardous journey across the arctic ice
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Recent Examples of hazardous
Following the quake, a tsunami advisory was issued, with the potential for hazardous tsunami waves possible for coasts within 300 kilometers of the earthquake epicenter.
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Abc News,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
At the scene, CMPD brought in three armored vehicles and a mobile tactical shield designed to transport officers into potentially hazardous situations.
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Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
High-voltage lithium-ion battery systems that power electric vehicles are especially prone to thermal runaway if damaged, which can produce intense heat, toxic gases and prolonged fire conditions requiring specialized firefighting and hazardous materials personnel to control the incident.
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Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Sports Minister Marie Barsacq urged caution, warning against swimming in unauthorized or hazardous areas despite the temptation to cool off.
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Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
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Abc News,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
At the scene, CMPD brought in three armored vehicles and a mobile tactical shield designed to transport officers into potentially hazardous situations.
—
Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
High-voltage lithium-ion battery systems that power electric vehicles are especially prone to thermal runaway if damaged, which can produce intense heat, toxic gases and prolonged fire conditions requiring specialized firefighting and hazardous materials personnel to control the incident.
—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Sports Minister Marie Barsacq urged caution, warning against swimming in unauthorized or hazardous areas despite the temptation to cool off.
—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for hazardous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hazardous
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Others develop dangerous fluctuations in blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms because the autonomic nervous system becomes affected.
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Sometimes, the streets appear glittering; other times, seedy and dangerous.
Adjective
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Thrown into the perilous odyssey of the quest for Europe, Gift recounts the memories that led to her departure.
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
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Achraf Hakimi looked to have another opportunity to take an open shot on goal in the 54th minute, until Dutch defender Micky van de Ven chased him down and made a risky tackle in the goal box.
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The groups that brought the lawsuit said the rule would require students to forgo their studies or take out riskier private loans.
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Beijing has and been accused of serious human violations, including large-scale arbitrary detention of Uyghur and other Muslim minorities, in Xinjiang.
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Prosecutors said Anthony Edmond and Rafael Enriquez face the most serious charges, including conspiracy involving firearms trafficking, machineguns and drug trafficking.
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Green means habitable, yellow means moderately damaged, and red signifies that the building is unsafe.
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Prosecutors allege prolonged neglect According to charging documents cited by WNEM-TV5, prosecutors allege Casper was immobile, was not provided proper medical care or adequate nutrition, and was forced to live in unsafe conditions before his death.
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“Hazardous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hazardous. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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