Menaces (7)
I believe the answer is:
threats
'menaces' is the definition.
('threat' can be a synonym of 'menace')
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for threats that I've seen before include "Statements of intentions to harm" , "Shatter (anag) - menaces" , "Expressions of intention to harm" , "Terrifying demands" , "Menacing statements" .)