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threat

[thret] / θrɛt /


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On another hot day and in improved batting conditions, India finished 154-1 - an ominous lead of 269 - as England's bowlers toiled and lacked wicket-taking threat on a flat surface.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

The Times, however, has criticized the move as a threat to press freedom and the ability of journalists to report on matters involving national security.

From Salon • Jul. 11, 2026

The threat has remained on his mind in the days since.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 11, 2026

Now, however, scientists say two Asian mantis species are becoming a growing threat to Europe's native wildlife.

From Science Daily • Jul. 11, 2026

Facing down the threat, they stayed at the White House, where one hundred men guarded the mansion and some cannons were placed at the entry gate.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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