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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

threatening

/θrɛtɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does threatening mean?

adjective

Giving the impression that something unpleasant or frightening is going to happen; menacing.

Example

"The threatening tone of the letter made me nervous."

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