Other issues threatened to raise the cost of the hotel and put its viability in question as well.

The domestic issues had threatened Sydney's very attempt to host the Games.

The issue of representation, however, threatened to destroy the seven-week-old convention.

That issue threatens the success of the whole meeting.

But facing all three issues at once threatens to destroy years of progress in building understanding, he said.

On the other hand, social issues threaten values cherished by widespread society.

Will assist the churches to address the issues affecting and threatening life.

"This issue threatens to become a focal point for us even after the recount."

Furthermore, economic issues must not threaten the academic value of teaching as a whole.

Though the crisis quickly cooled down, the issue threatens to flare again.