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DictionarySeeriskat risk
at risk1. In danger. Well, when you're involved in a pyramid scheme, you're at risk for losing a lot of money. Because I have poor vision, I'm worried that my daughter is at risk for it too.2. Responsible for a cost or expense. If you sign this contract, you'll be at risk for a lot of fees.See also: risk*at riskin a situation where there is risk or hazard; in danger. (*Typically: be ~; put someone or something ~.) I refuse to put my family's welfare at risk by quitting my job. Your whole future is at risk if you don't stop smoking.See also: riskat risk1. In danger, as in Their house's location on the San Andreas Fault puts them at risk in the next major earthquake . [c. 1900] 2. Legally responsible to pay for loss or damage, as in If he can't keep up with the insurance premiums, he is at risk for any liability claims on the property . [Late 1700s] See also: riskat ˈrisk (from/of something) in danger of something unpleasant or harmful happening: As with all diseases, certain groups will be more at risk than others. ♢ If we go to war, innocent lives will be put at risk.See also: risk at risk In an endangered state, especially from lack of proper care: unsupervised children who are at risk of dropping out of school. See also: riskAt risk
At riskThe exposure to the danger of economic loss. Frequently used in the context of claiming tax deductions. For example, a person can claim a tax deduction in a limited partnership if the taxpayer can show it is at risk of never realizing a profit and of losing its initial investment. See: Value at risk.At Risk1. See: Value at Risk.
2. See: At Risk Rule.
3. Describing any asset or investment one may lose for any reason whatsoever. |