dangerous proposition

Frequency: 5.55.0 per million words

A plan or action that involves a lot of risk.

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Examples (10)

  • Investing all your savings in a single startup is a dangerous proposition.
  • Attempting to climb the mountain without proper gear is a dangerous proposition.
  • Many experts believe that deregulating the industry further would be a dangerous proposition.
  • It was a dangerous proposition, but they felt they had no other choice.
  • Sailing through the strait during a storm is a dangerous proposition for any captain.
  • The CEO warned that expanding into that market right now is a dangerous proposition.
  • Negotiating with terrorists is often seen as a dangerous proposition.
  • Taking a shortcut through the dark alley at night proved to be a dangerous proposition.
  • Some argue that artificial intelligence, if left unchecked, could become a dangerous proposition.
  • Without a solid backup plan, this mission remains a highly dangerous proposition.