menace
BrE /ˈmɛnəs/ AmE /ˈmɛnɪst/
noun / verb en → es
a person, thing, or situation that is likely to cause harm or damage
amenaza, peligro
Collocations menace to public health
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The storm was a menace to shipping in the area.
La tormenta era una amenaza para la navegación en la zona.
to threaten or warn someone that you will harm them if they do not obey you
amenazar, intimidar
- menace somebody with something
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He menaced the children with a knife.
Lo amenazó a los niños con un cuchillo.
a dangerous or threatening situation, person, or thing
amenaza, peligro
Collocations menace to public safety
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The factory is a menace to the environment.
La fábrica es una amenaza para el medio ambiente.
to threaten or warn someone that you will harm them if they do not obey you
amenazar, intimidar
- menace somebody with something
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He menaced the children with a knife.
Lo amenazó a los niños con un cuchillo.