under threat

idiom

: by someone who has been threatened with harm
an action done under threat

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In denying the departure motion, Castro said at no time was Edmondson under threat. Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 11 July 2025 His fingers are also crossed that brands keep sustainability, and diversity, equity and inclusion top of mind, especially now when those values are under threat. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 11 July 2025 In a news release, America Works USA credited Whitmer and Senate Democrats for delivering road repairs but said future improvements are under threat without action by the Michigan Senate. Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 10 July 2025 That measure permits the president to unilaterally adjust tariff rates when America’s national security is under threat. Erin Doherty, CNBC, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for under threat

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“Under threat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20threat. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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