You get subtle threats when trying to resolve an issue. (carsdesk.com)
A few subtle threats caused a new check to appear. (agentsonline.net)
In response, lawmakers said they plan to raise those issues directly with tech companies on their home turf, hoping their political firepower — and subtle threats of bad press and tough regulation — might nudge some of the industry's biggest players to be more mindful of black workers» needs. (washingtonpost.com)