threat
/θɹɛt/ noun B1- An expression of intent to injure or punish another.
- An indication of potential or imminent danger. · Verifying and addressing actual threats is not paranoia.
- A person or object that is regarded as a danger; a menace.
Plural threats
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“Wait a moment—no threats, if you please, M.
“Oh, your excellency, your excellency!” cried the steward, struck with terror at this threat, “if that is the only reason I cannot remain in your service, I will tell all, for if I quit you, it will only be to go to the scaffold.”
Between people like us threats are out of place, everything should be amicably arranged.
See if I do not prick your neck with my sting.” The Draught-Mule replied, “I do not heed your threats; I only care for him who sits above you, and who quickens my pace with his whip, or holds me back with the reins.
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