menacingly

/ˈmɛnəsɪŋli/
adverb
  1. In a way that suggests a threat or danger; threateningly.
    • The dog growled menacingly at the stranger near the gate.
    • The dark clouds gathered menacingly over the small town.
    • He stepped forward menacingly, causing the other kids to back away.
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