why de not des in front of "menaces"?

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why de not des in front of "menaces"?

L'atmosphère était lourde de menaces
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ChrisC1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

You don't use the article because you're talking about threats in general, not specific threats.

why de not des in front of "menaces"?

L'atmosphère était lourde de menaces

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