Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-harms-way
idiom
/ɪn hɑrmz weɪ/
Definition
In a situation that poses a danger or risk to someone’s safety.
Examples
- The soldiers bravely stepped in harms way to protect their country.
- When you drive recklessly, you put yourself in harms way.
Meaning
The phrase ‘in harms way’ refers to being in a position that exposes one to potential injury or danger.
Synonyms
- at risk
- in danger
- in jeopardy
- vulnerable
