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Threat

Definition

(noun) A statement or situation that indicates danger

Examples

The rogue AI's threat to shut down the internet caused widespread panic and chaos.
  • There was a threat in her voicemail.

  • The threat of a strike kept everyone on edge.

  • He brushed off the threat from the guy outside the bar.

  • By midnight, the threat had passed.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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