English to English verb
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pose a threat to; present a danger to |  | Example: The pollution is endangering the crops
source: wordnet30
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to utter intentions of injury or punishment against: |  | Example: He threatened me when I tried to call the police
source: wordnet30
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to be a menacing indication of something: |  | Example: The clouds threaten rain Danger threatens
source: wordnet30
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To utter threats against; to menace; to inspire with apprehension; to alarm, or attempt to alarm, as with the promise of something evil or disagreeable; to warn. |  | source: webster1913
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To use threats, or menaces; also, to have a threatening appearance. |  | source: webster1913
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