jeopardy /ˈdʒɛpədɪ/ CET6+

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  PHRASE If someone or something is in jeopardy, they are in a dangerous situation where they might fail, be lost, or be destroyed. 处于险境

  例：

  A series of setbacks have put the whole project in jeopardy.

  一系列的挫折已经使整个项目陷入险境。