Cryptic crossword clue
Threatening noises made by angry bears? 5-8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word SABRE-RATTLING

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What does SABRE-RATTLING mean?

SABRE-RATTLING verb
  1. To threaten a big battle or war.
SABRE-RATTLING noun
  1. A flamboyant display of military power as an implied threat that it might be used.
  2. Any threat, such as one company threatening another with a lawsuit.
SABRE-RATTLING adjective
  1. Bellicose; threatening military action.

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