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Threaten

usgb/ˈθretn/Volume
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Emotional Impact

Using 'threaten' can convey strong fear or anxiety in the listener or reader.

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He threatened to destroy all my work.
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Implied Power

'Threaten' implies the speaker has some power or ability to carry out the harm.

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The gang leader threatened to take over the neighborhood.
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Not Always Physical

Threats can be non-physical, targeting emotional well-being or reputation.

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She threatened to spread rumors about him.
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