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Gandalf's danger didn't come from raw power though. Olorin was considered the mightiest Maia they could send, but Olorin's power was greatly diminished when he became Gandalf. The danger Gandalf presented was due to his ability to inspire and organize the mortal races, not in his prowess or main force.
I guess it's up to interpretation, but personally I interpret that as dangerous as in lethality. Only Sauron had the power to best Gandalf the White in direct confrontation.