directly threaten

Frequency: 7.29.3 per million words

To pose a threat without any intermediate steps or factors.

threatenADVERB + threaten

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directly

Examples (10)

  • The new policy could directly threaten small businesses.
  • His aggressive actions directly threatened the peace negotiations.
  • Climate change directly threatens coastal communities and ecosystems.
  • Such a drastic measure would directly threaten the livelihoods of many.
  • The virus directly threatens public health, especially vulnerable populations.
  • Lack of funding will directly threaten the project's survival and future development.
  • These new regulations might directly threaten their ability to compete in the market.
  • The spread of misinformation can directly threaten democratic processes and social cohesion.
  • Any escalation of the conflict would directly threaten innocent lives and regional stability.
  • The court's controversial decision could directly threaten existing environmental protections.