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menacing

[men-i-sing] / ˈmɛn ɪ sɪŋ /


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And so Sam it was, but an eagle that was more comical than menacing, so as not to scare the kiddies and customers — a happy raptor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Ms. Field radiates palpable contempt that matches Iago’s—she’s almost as menacing as he is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

In a statement Hearts has condemned the "menacing and threatening atmosphere inside the stadium".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Prosecutor Peter Joyce KC told the trial the atmosphere in The Crown Inn had been "menacing, threatening, argumentative and disputing" because of Gothard's behaviour.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Zooey had turned toward her with somewhat menacing alertness.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger




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