threats
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During droughts, algae blooms have turned waterways bright green, posing health threats for people and animals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
"The research is particularly important for the endangered Australian sea lion, which has an estimated population of only about 12,000 animals and relies on hearing for communication, finding food, navigation and detecting threats," Erbe said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
He told the hearing that he regularly faced threats and intimidation as a result of taking on such cases.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
In many cases, Diaz said, local law enforcement are at the polls at the request of election officials, who have received extensive harassment and threats since the 2020 election.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
Though some thought his fears were imaginary, he responded to physical threats just as he did threats on the board.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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