threatened

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President Trump on Monday aimed to quell a growing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah that threatened to derail U.S. peace talks with Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Cerundolo threatened a fightback in the third when breaking for a 3-2 lead but Berrettini struck back for 5-5 and saved three match points before winning the tie-break.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

According to the arborist, he threatened to cut the roots — something the arborist warned could kill the tree.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

A trust fund set up to help a South Pacific nation gravely threatened by climate change has invested in coal mining, gas exploration and the world's largest crude oil refinery, an AFP investigation has revealed.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

The Prince of Demons paused a moment, then nodded, concealing the smile that threatened to play upon his lips.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny