threatened
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Last week the government announced several projects it was funding to protect threatened species including a scheme aiming to increase the numbers of northern dune tiger beetles and natterjack toads in Cumbria.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
The move redefines “harm” under the Endangered Species Act, the landmark conservation law that protects threatened and endangered plants and animals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
At one point, the rebels threatened to unseat the junta.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
He now says he was threatened by Zhykovych.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
The wind threatened to tear off the roof.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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