Hledat
Menace
01
hrozba, nebezpečí
something that feels like it could cause harm or trouble, making people worried or uneasy
Example
The aggressive behavior of the stray dog presented a menace to the neighborhood, prompting calls for animal control.
The presence of armed guards created a palpable sense of menace at the border checkpoint.
The criminal organization was considered a menace to society, causing widespread fear and unrest in the community.
02
hrozba
someone or something that causes or is likely to cause danger or damage
Example
The invasive plant species posed a menace to the native vegetation in the region.
The dictator 's regime was considered a menace to the neighboring countries.
The stray dog, once friendly, had become a menace to the community after several attacks.
to menace
01
vyhrožovat, snažit se zastrašit
to display or indicate an intention to cause harm, often through threatening behavior or actions
Transitive: to menace sb
Example
The thief menaced the shopkeeper, pointing a gun at him to ensure compliance.
The lion menaced the group of tourists, growling as it approached.
He menaced the rival team by making threats before the game started.
02
vyhrožovat, představovat hrozbu pro
to be a possible danger to someone or something
Transitive: to menace sth
Example
The economic downturn menaced the financial stability of many businesses.
Reckless driving can menace the safety of pedestrians and other drivers.
Ignoring cybersecurity measures can menace the security of sensitive data.
03
hrozit, představovat nebezpečí
to behave in a way that suggests harm or danger
Intransitive
Example
The wild animal menaced around the camp, causing everyone to stay alert.
She menaced in silence, waiting for the right moment to strike.
The large figure menaced in the shadows, making everyone nervous.
Příklad
The aggressive behavior of the stray dog presented a menace to the neighborhood, prompting calls for animal control.
The presence of armed guards created a palpable sense of menace at the border checkpoint.
The criminal organization was considered a menace to society, causing widespread fear and unrest in the community.
The dark alleyway had an eerie menace about it, deterring pedestrians from venturing further.
The persistent cyber threats posed a growing menace to the security of the company's network and data.
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