Meaning of the word threaten in English
What does threaten mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
threaten
US /ˈθret.ən/
UK /ˈθret.ən/
Verb
1.
state one's intention to take hostile action against someone in retribution for something done or not done
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He threatened to report them to the police.
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The gang threatened him with violence.
2.
be a possible danger to
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Pollution threatens the environment.
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The storm threatened to destroy the crops.
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