Severe danger Crossword Clue

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Severe danger Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. pose a threat to; present a danger to
2. put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
(noun)
1. a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury
2. a state of danger involving risk

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SEVERE (adjective)
1. unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment
2. severely simple
DANGER (noun)
1. a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury
2. a cause of pain or injury or loss

Hint 3: Anagram

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