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menace
ˈmenəs
noun
groźba
Also
zagrożenie(n)
Definition
A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger.
Examples
The stray dogs were a menace to the local children.
Bezpańskie psy stanowiły zagrożenie dla miejscowych dzieci.
He spoke with a hint of menace in his voice.
Mówił z nutą groźby w głosie.
Collocations
public menaceenvironmental menacea constant menace
verb
zagrażać
Also
grozić
Definition
To threaten or endanger someone or something.
Examples
The storm clouds menaced the small fishing village.
Burzowe chmury zagrażały małej wiosce rybackiej.
He menaced her with a knife.
Groził jej nożem.
Synonyms
Collocations
menace with a weaponmenace the publicconstantly menace
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