threats
n. countablen. statements or signs that someone might hurt you or cause problems if you do not do what they want. They can also be possible dangers to a plan or a situation.
n. expressions of intent to inflict harm, pain, or punishment; alternatively, indications of imminent danger or probable trouble. Often used in legal, security, or strategic contexts.
The company ignored the threats of a strike.
Cybersecurity experts are constantly monitoring new digital threats that could compromise sensitive personal data.
The diplomat remained calm despite the anonymous threats, insisting that the peace process would continue regardless of any attempts at intimidation.
Commonly used with the verb 'to make' or 'to pose'. Takes the preposition 'to' when describing the target of the danger.
He made threats for meHe made threats against meWhen expressing a hostile intent toward a person, the noun 'threat' typically takes the preposition 'against' rather than 'for'.