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imperiled

/ɪmˈpɛrɪld/ adjective · British & US
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What does imperiled mean?

adjective

Exposed to or liable to danger or harm; threatened with loss or damage. In danger of being ruined or destroyed.

Example

"The imperiled species is protected by conservation laws."

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