Fate
Fate noun - A state or end that seemingly has been decided beforehand.
Peril
Peril noun - Something that may cause injury or harm.
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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Left Hanging: The final scene leaves most of the protagonists in peril, but the tapes end before any definitive fate is revealed.
Source: Film / The Troll Hunter -
Akagi remembers her inevitable fate at Midway, and it ends on a cliffhanger with Akagi and a couple of other ships in peril of sinking.
Source: Anime / Kantai Collection - At one point in Cave Story, you see Professor Booster in mortal peril, and you have the option to either go help him, or just leave him to his fate.
Source: Violation of Common Sense
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