Pose a threat
Meaning
To be a possible danger to someone or something.
Example
Rising sea levels pose a threat to millions of people living in coastal cities.
How to use it
Usually followed by 'to': 'pose a threat to health'. Adjectives often go in the middle: 'pose a serious threat'. Don't say 'give a threat'.
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