Likely
Likely adjective - Having a high chance of occurring.
Threatening and likely are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Threatening" instead an adjective "Likely".
Nearby Word: like
Threatening
Threatening adjective - Giving signs of immediate occurrence.
Usage example: economists warning of a threatening recession
Likely and threatening are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Likely" instead an adjective "Threatening".
Both words in one sentence
- The Goblins in the throne room surrender saying that no one is paying them anymore (though it's more likely that no insanely powerful lich is threatening them anymore).
Source: Keystone Army - On the other hand, if he exudes such a constantly threatening aura that's likely worse than even Russia's, where does that come from?
- If it is not given in person or via telephone, such proof will likely accompany an anonymous threatening letter.
Source: The Villain Knows Where You Live
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