as in threat
something that may cause injury or harm
a loaded gun is a menace that this household doesn't need
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
menaced the children by leaving them in the car unattended
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as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
stockpiles of nuclear weapons that continue to menace the inhabitants of this planet
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as in ominous
being or showing a sign of evil or calamity to come
warns that the emergence of new viruses is one of the most menacing developments we face
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as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
fears that the unemployment rate may be reaching menacing proportions
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as in endangering
to place in danger
menaced the children by leaving them in the car unattended
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as in threatening
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
stockpiles of nuclear weapons that continue to menace the inhabitants of this planet
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Recent Examples of menace
Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
But for a few unlucky people, chatbots powered by the technology have become a gaslighting, delusional menace.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2025
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
While much higher than pre-Trump, that number is down from the 30% level being menaced by the U.S.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
There are far more menacing 4X space game series out there, but Galactic Civilizations is an extremely welcoming experience for new players while still offering a bunch of depth and strategic choices for players to make.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Today’s flocks face another menace — lead ammunition.
—Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
But for a few unlucky people, chatbots powered by the technology have become a gaslighting, delusional menace.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
Receivers Chris Marshall and Ben Ford menaced the Eagles’ secondary, and No. 3 running back Dylan Riley tore through the defense the same way Gaines did.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
While much higher than pre-Trump, that number is down from the 30% level being menaced by the U.S.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
Adjective
Darrel Killebrew, 33, was arrested on suspicion of felony menacing, assault, child abuse, criminal mischief and criminal tampering after officers were called to his home late Monday.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
There are far more menacing 4X space game series out there, but Galactic Civilizations is an extremely welcoming experience for new players while still offering a bunch of depth and strategic choices for players to make.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
In the follow-up, the sinister killer seeks vengeance on Finn from beyond the grave by menacing his younger sister, Gwen, who is played by Madeleine McGraw.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for menace
Noun
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Increment 4 program, which aims to equip smaller, faster vehicles with scalable turrets capable of tackling a range of threats.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
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Even with fewer boaters on the water, the threat of aquatic nuisance species infiltrating your favorite lake remains.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Several stories account for the ominous name of the stark, forbidding mountains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This means too much potassium in your blood, which can be dangerous if not treated.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Mark is a spy flick centered on Eden (Alba), an enigmatic spy on a covert and dangerous mission.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
20 Oct. 2025
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These discrepancies have led to confusion, fear, and, in some cases, physical danger.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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With satellites orbiting the Earth exploding into tens of thousands of pieces, the danger of collisions with space debris is a major problem, so Atomic-6 has developed new Space Armor tiles that are lighter and more effective than current systems.—
David Szondy
October 26,
New Atlas,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Their double life soon gets complicated when a rival boy band harboring a sinister secret begins stealing their fans.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Candyman, the Candyman franchise (1992–1999; 2021) Helen Lyle (Virginia Madsen) finds out that adoration and horror don't mix when she is faced with the attachment of the sinister Candyman (Tony Todd) in the 1992 film classic.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Heavy snow and strong winds could impact major routes, isolate higher-elevation communities, and create hazardous conditions for early-season recreation.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Use your low beam headlights, slow down, and be prepared for periods of hazardous driving conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Neither injury was considered life-threatening.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
24 Oct. 2025
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His injuries were not life-threatening.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The 121-year-old park in Midtown is the scene of a child's birthday that turns perilous as gusty winds send a red kite, and the little girl holding it, soaring above the Parthenon.—
Bryan West,
Nashville Tennessean,
18 Oct. 2025
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The first time Kuhn met with the cardiothoracic surgeon, her condition was already perilous.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Menace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/menace. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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