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Menacing

Definition

(formal) Threatening or appearing to threaten harm, violence, or danger; having a sinister or intimidating quality. Often used to describe situations, people, or objects that inspire fear or apprehension.

Example Sentences

1The menacing figure lurking in the shadows was enough to deter the group from exploring the abandoned house.
2Does the increasing presence of surveillance technology in public spaces have a menacing impact on our civil liberties?
3The novel's climax features a menacing storm that serves as a metaphor for the turmoil within the protagonist's mind.
4Avoid using menacing language in your persuasive essay; instead, focus on presenting a clear and respectful argument.
5There is a fine line between a menacing presence and a truly malevolent one; the former may be a product of circumstance, while the latter is a deliberate choice.

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