appear threatening

Examples (10)

• His silence could appear threatening to some people.
• The dark clouds appeared threatening on the horizon.
• Even a friendly dog might appear threatening to a small child.
• Her sudden change in tone made her appear quite threatening.
• The large, unfamiliar building appeared threatening in the dim light.
• He tried not to appear threatening, but his size often intimidated people.
• The group of strangers began to appear threatening as they approached.
• Does this new policy appear threatening to anyone in the community?
• Despite his kind intentions, his direct questions often appeared threatening.
• The wild animal's posture could appear threatening if misunderstood.