as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
a loaded gun is a menace that this household doesn't need
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
menaced the children by leaving them in the car unattended
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as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
stockpiles of nuclear weapons that continue to menace the inhabitants of this planet
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as in ominous
being or showing a sign of evil or calamity to come
warns that the emergence of new viruses is one of the most menacing developments we face
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as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
fears that the unemployment rate may be reaching menacing proportions
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as in endangering
to place in danger
menaced the children by leaving them in the car unattended
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as in threatening
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
stockpiles of nuclear weapons that continue to menace the inhabitants of this planet
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Recent Examples of menace
Mark Z. Barabak, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
This fun sci-fi horror comedy that suggests the tactic of remaining drunk to survive an alien creature's murderous menace is the perfect way to indulge in St. Patrick's Day while tipping back a pint or two.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Rob Wile, NBC News, 12 Mar. 2025
Battling invasive species in the Great Lakes A third important aspect of NOAA’s coastal work involves controlling invasive species in America’s waters, including those that have menaced the Great Lakes.
—Christine Keiner, The Conversation, 28 Feb. 2025
Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
In a separate case filed in March, he is charged with menacing by stalking and violating a protection order.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for menace
Noun
He’s grown a bit jaded, having lived under constant menace for some time now.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
This fun sci-fi horror comedy that suggests the tactic of remaining drunk to survive an alien creature's murderous menace is the perfect way to indulge in St. Patrick's Day while tipping back a pint or two.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Verb
Besides supplemental duties totaling 20% on Chinese goods, Trump has suspended other menaced tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 12 Mar. 2025
Battling invasive species in the Great Lakes A third important aspect of NOAA’s coastal work involves controlling invasive species in America’s waters, including those that have menaced the Great Lakes.
—Christine Keiner, The Conversation, 28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
In the wacky trailer posted Wednesday, the show previewed a menacing, if not darkly funny season.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
In a separate case filed in March, he is charged with menacing by stalking and violating a protection order.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for menace
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Combs had offered up to $50 million to wait for his trial from his home on Star Island, but prosecutors insisted the musician was a threat to witnesses and victims.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Critics of Cambodia’s rulers are framed as threats to peace and unity.—
Sophal Ear,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The fall in the dollar and rise in bond yields that went with it have been truly ominous.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The signs were ominous on the opening hole as Dunlap began his round with a hooked drive into the gallery on his way to a bogey.—
Matias Grez,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Prioritising one competition in favour of another is a dangerous game to play in any case when the stakes are so high.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The company highlights one type of attack that is now targeting users and which is especially dangerous.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This behavior mimics their wild ancestors, who would ambush prey from above or perch in trees to avoid danger.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Arkansas Forestry Division listed wildfire danger in Benton County, and all other counties in the state, as low as of 8:40 a.m. Monday.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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As digitally dropped threats from an unknown predator grow increasingly sinister during the protagonist’s big date at a Chicago restaurant, the messages blast across the big screen in huge letters, or plaster an entire wall of the ladies’ restroom.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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Thorne starred in the film as a young woman who discovers her father has been killed after returning to her small hometown, while Rourke, 72, starred as a sinister sheriff.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Specialized drivers transporting hazardous materials or oversized loads can earn $75,750–$118,600 per year, while owner-operators may make $85,000–$100,000, excluding maintenance expenses.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The plane was removed from the water by 10 a.m., per ABC 9. Crews are working to contain a hazardous materials incident related to the plane incident.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The risks and costs of this crisis are a thousand times more threatening to our country than COVID-19.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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According to The Athletic, Donald received threatening emails from Anwar five years ago and has since sent him packages and gifts while stalking him and threatening the life of his 3-year-old son.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Correspondent Jo Ling Kent looks back on a perilous week for companies and consumers trying to plan ahead.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Their perilous contact with foreign cultures reveals inner sins and weaknesses.—
Armond White,
National Review,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Menace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/menace. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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