risk of exposure

• Posibilidad o probabilidad de estar expuesto a algo dañino, peligroso o desagradable, como una enfermedad, radiación o una situación comprometedora.

The possibility or likelihood of being subjected to something harmful, dangerous, or unpleasant, such as a disease, radiation, or a compromising situation.

1. Health hazardB2formal

   The possibility of being exposed to a harmful substance, disease, or dangerous situation.

   riesgo de exposición

   • The risk of exposure to the virus is higher in crowded places.
   • Wearing protective gear reduces the risk of exposure to chemicals.
   • Doctors warned about the risk of exposure to radiation.

2. Legal liabilityC1formal

   The chance that sensitive information or illegal activity becomes known to authorities or the public.

   Riesgo de exposición

   • The whistleblower faced a high risk of exposure for leaking documents.
   • The company tried to minimize the risk of exposure of its trade secrets.
   • There is a significant risk of exposure if the data breach is not contained.