risky -
Denoting something that exposes someone to risk, often requiring careful consideration or caution before proceeding.
Investing in stocks can be risky, especially if the market is volatile and unpredictable.
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malignant -
Dangerous and harmful, tending to produce death or deterioration – often describing something destructive or uncontrollably harmful.
The doctors were concerned the tumor might be malignant and might spread quickly, so they removed it.
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meltdown -
A sudden and complete failure, especially in a system or process
The safety system was designed to prevent a nuclear meltdown in case of an emergency.
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brinkmanship -
The art or practice of pursuing a dangerous policy to the limits of safety before stopping, typically in politics
At the height of the Cold War, both sides engaged in a risky brinkmanship that nearly cost millions of lives.
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boobytrap -
A seemngly harmless object containing a concealed explosive device designed to kill or injure anyone who touches it.
The army often sends dogs into abandoned houses just in case the enemy put boobytraps there that could explode.
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unleash -
To release something powerful or intense, especially something that has been held back; to set free or allow something to happen without restriction.
The storm unleashed heavy rains and strong winds across the region.
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perish -
To cease to exist or come to an end; disappear or be destroyed.
Many brave soldiers perished in the battle.
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deluge -
A severe flood or overwhelming rush of water.
The heavy rain turned into a deluge, submerging cars and streets
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shock -
To cause someone to feel surprised and upset.
He was shocked when he saw that his bank account was negative..
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scorching -
Very hot.
When their car broke down in the desert, they didn't know if they would be able to survive in the scorching heat.
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crack -
To break or cause to break without complete separation of parts, often with a sharp sound.
She cracked the mug when she accidentally dropped it.
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devastation -
The state of being overwhelmed or ruined completely.
Wildfires swept through the forest, resulting in total devastation of wildlife habitats.
