danger zone
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an area with a specific, recognized risk
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- Despite the high levels of radiation, people are now moving back into the danger zone.
- Soldiers were warned not to enter the designated danger zone without authorization.
- Once the ball enters the penalty area, the defending team is in the danger zone.
- His blood pressure is in the danger zone, so we need to act quickly.
- The construction site was marked off as a danger zone to prevent accidents.
- Their constant arguing has put their marriage in the danger zone.
- Firefighters established a danger zone around the unstable building after the earthquake.
- With that level of debt, the company is entering a financial danger zone.
- Driving too close to the truck in front puts you in its blind spot, which is a major danger zone.
- Hikers are advised to stay clear of the mountain's summit, as it's a known avalanche danger zone during winter.