Example Sentences

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Moscow has been threatening a host of internet platforms with forced slowdowns or outright bans if they do not comply with Russian laws.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Danny Musovski, a free agent signing who’s totaled 101 minutes as a sub, has been threatening his past two appearances.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 2, 2024

Duckett has been threatening to play a knock like this all series.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2024

The New York Times reports that Musk has been threatening to sue the Center for Countering Digital Hate for reporting on the prevalence of bigotry on the platform.

From Salon • Aug. 1, 2023

Rachel and Michael leave the wall, and we all watch it tip over with a ka-boom, exactly the way it has been threatening to do all night.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina