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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a threat of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the possibility or likelihood of a harmful or dangerous situation occurring.
Example: "The report highlighted a threat of severe weather conditions that could impact the region."
Alternatives: "a risk of" or "a danger of".
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"There's a threat of competition," he added.
A threat of suicide is serious business.
It was a threat of sorts.
"There's still a threat of tornadoes," she added.
A threat of blackmail is overheard through a heating duct.
The document was signed under a threat of violent revolution.
Behind the stern words lies a threat of sanctions.
Anxiety is a response to a threat of future loss".
And if so, was it a threat of war?
Trump responded with a threat of his own Tuesday evening.
And every time there is a threat of gun control, the American civilian market thrives more.
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