[make] a threat
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to communicate an intent to harm or cause damage, often to intimidate someone
- The angry customer made a threat to sue the company for faulty products.
- The bully made a threat to beat up the new kid if he didn't give him his lunch money.
- The gang member made threats to harm the family of the witness if he testified in court.
- The company made threats to close down the factory if the workers didn't accept the new contract.
- The politician makes a threat to expose the secrets of his opponent.