escape from danger; (of structures) be in peril
Meanings
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to escape from danger; to get out of a dangerous situation; to reach safety
Typically used for people escaping life-threatening situations such as accidents, natural disasters, or military conflicts.
He will definitely find a way to protect you and get you out of danger.
The firefighters arrived in time and rescued all the civilians who had been in danger.
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With the guide's help, the expedition team finally reached safety.
verb
(of dams, dikes, or other structures) to be in danger; to develop a hazardous condition; to be at risk of failure
technicalTechnical term used in engineering, hydrology, and emergency management contexts, specifically for infrastructure at risk of collapse or breach.
Reinforce the embankment to prevent hazardous conditions from developing.
This section of the riverbank has been neglected for years and is prone to developing hazards during the rainy season.
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Reservoir administrators are on duty 24 hours a day to prevent the dam from being in danger.