run a riskto be in a situation where there is a possibility that something bad could happen to you
[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲
run a risk v. phr. To be open to danger or loss; put yourself in danger; be unprotected.
A baseball umpire wears a mask and chest protector so he won't run the risk of being hit by the ball. Billy takes a risk of being hit by a car when he runs into the street without looking. I was afraid to run the risk of betting on the game. Compare: TAKE A CHANCE.
[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲