Learner's definition of JEOPARDY
in jeopardy
: in a situation in which someone or something is exposed to possible injury, loss, or evil : in danger处于险境;受到威胁 -
He is responsible for placing innocent lives in jeopardy.他要为使那些无辜的生命受到威胁而承担责任。
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The wrong decision could place your career in (serious) jeopardy.那个错误的决定可能会(严重)危及你的事业。
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Public opinion puts this proposal in serious jeopardy.社会舆论使这项提案处于流产的(危险)边缘。