noun
a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger
verb
to threaten or be a possible source of danger
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The new virus strain poses a serious menace to public health.
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That dog next door is a real menace, always barking at everyone.
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Watch out for that guy, he's a total menace.
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The dark clouds looming overhead seemed to be a menacing presence in the sky.