at stake (Meaning)

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at stake (r)

in question or at issue

to be won or lost; at risk

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With their reputation at stake, the company made every effort to deliver flawless service.
The athletes knew that the championship title was at stake, so they trained rigorously.
As the negotiations continued, the fate of the merger hung in the balance with millions of dollars at stake.
His job was at stake if he didn't meet the project deadline.
The court case had significant implications, with the defendant's freedom at stake.
Climate change is a global issue with the future of the planet at stake.
The debate became heated with differing opinions, as personal reputations were at stake.
With the election nearing, the candidates knew that their political careers were at stake.
The students studied diligently, knowing their academic success was at stake.
The peace talks faltered with the lives of countless civilians at stake in the conflict.

in question or at issue, to be won or lost; at risk

share,interest,claim, ownership,partnership, co-ownership, possession, title, part

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With their reputation at stake, the company made every effort to deliver flawless service.

The athletes knew that the championship title was at stake, so they trained rigorously.

As the negotiations continued, the fate of the merger hung in the balance with millions of dollars at stake.

His job was at stake if he didn't meet the project deadline.