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going risk of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "going risk of" is not correct and does not make sense in written English.
It seems to be an incomplete or incorrect construction, and it is unclear what context it is intended for. Example: "There is a growing risk of failure if we do not address the issues soon."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Alternative expressions(4)
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Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
Along with hope for a cure or other benefit goes risk of unanticipated side effects.
News & Media
After undergoing catheterization and subsequent revascularization as appropriate, patients then have an on-going risk of death over their lifetime based on their indication for catheterization (ACS/non-ACS), age, sex, coronary anatomy, and treatment received.
Science
"The way things are going, the risk of future interregional wars and instability is real," Mr. Abdi added, "even after Al Shabab is defeated".
News & Media
If he doesn't cut, up goes the risk of recession.
News & Media
Even as I began to let go, the risk of falling or failing -- taking risks -- that felt unnatural.
News & Media
The higher the speed is and the jumps are, the higher goes the risk of major head, thoracic, abdominal or spinal injuries.
This includes the risk of going out of business, risk due to moral hazard, and risk associated with consecutive contracting.
Science
No one is going to risk millions of dollars of cargo to get your baby across the ocean".
News & Media
"If I remained here I would run the risk of going to sleep.
News & Media
Any deeper than that and I run the risk of going into limbo.
News & Media
"As long as there are armed groups here there's going to be risk of disease and recruitment of children.
Formal & Business
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "going risk of". Instead, consider using the correct phrase "risk of going" or other alternatives such as "danger of" or "likelihood of" depending on the specific context you wish to convey.
Common error
A common mistake is to invert the correct word order. Always remember that the proper phrasing is "risk of going" rather than "going risk of." Double-check your sentence structure to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "going risk of" is grammatically incorrect and does not function properly in English. Ludwig AI indicates it's an incorrect construction. A correct related phrase is "risk of going".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "going risk of" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. Ludwig AI confirms this, suggesting it's an incorrect construction. The correct phrasing is "risk of going". There are no instances of the phrase in reliable sources, making it unsuitable for formal or informal communication. Alternative phrases such as "danger of", "likelihood of", and "potential for" can be used depending on the intended context. Always double-check your sentence structure to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
risk of going
Inverts the word order to create a grammatically correct and commonly used phrase.
danger of
Replaces "risk" with a synonym, resulting in a phrase that means the possibility of something bad happening.
likelihood of
Substitutes "risk" with "likelihood", focusing on the probability of an event occurring.
potential for
Uses "potential" to highlight the possibility of something developing into a risk.
chance of
Replaces "risk" with "chance", indicating a possibility that something undesirable may occur.
threat of
Emphasizes the menacing aspect of the possible negative outcome.
hazard of
Highlights the potential source of danger or harm.
possibility of
Focuses on the simple existence of a potential negative event.
exposure to risk
Highlights the vulnerability to potential harm or negative consequences.
probability of
Replaces "risk" with "probability", focusing on a quantified likelihood of an event.
FAQs
What is the correct way to phrase "going risk of"?
The correct phrasing is "risk of going". The original phrase is grammatically incorrect.
What are some alternatives to "risk of going"?
Alternatives include phrases such as "danger of", "likelihood of", or "potential for", depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.
Is there a difference between "risk of going" and "chance of going"?
While both phrases convey a possibility of something happening, "risk of going" often implies a negative consequence, whereas "chance of going" is more neutral. The choice depends on the specific context.
How can I use "risk of going" correctly in a sentence?
For example, you could say, "There is a risk of going over budget if we don't manage expenses carefully" or "The company faces a risk of going bankrupt if sales continue to decline".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested