Path: /phrase/at-stake
At stake
Used to describe something important that could be lost or damaged.
Core expression
Expression: “At stake”
Meaning: 处于危险中；利害攸关
Tone: formal
Natural examples
- The credibility of the research is at stake.
- With climate change, the future of our planet is at stake.
- What's at stake in this debate is more than just policy.
Usage tips
- Used to emphasize importance or urgency
- Common in argumentative essays
- Adds weight to your claims