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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

jeopardy

/ˈdʒɛpərdi/ noun · British & US
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What does jeopardy mean?

noun

A situation in which someone is in danger of being harmed or embarrassed, or a situation in which someone is at risk of losing something. A situation in which someone is uncertain or unsure about something.

Example

"The team was in jeopardy of losing the game if they didn't score a goal within the next minute."

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