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

This question relates to:French dictation exercise "Lousy weather!"

Dictation exercise B2

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Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

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

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Kathleen P. asked:

why de not des in front of "menaces"?

L'atmosphère était lourde de menaces

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