threatens
Synonyms
Examples
The coward threatens when he is safe.
There is a limit to the application of democratic methods. You can inquire of all the passengers as to what type of car they like to ride in, but it is impossible to question them as to whether to apply the brakes when the train is at full speed and accident threatens.
Prejudice is a burden that confuses the past, threatens the future and renders the present inaccessible.
Many a one threatens and yet is afraid.
He threatens many who affronts one.
He who threatens is afraid.