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Recent Examples of imminently
The pair are rumored to marry imminently.
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Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
More imminently, traders expect a big move around CrowdStrike earnings on Wednesday.
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Oliver Renick,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
That framing implicitly challenges the notion that California is uniquely and imminently on the verge of a Medi-Cal‑driven systemwide collapse, instead portraying the problem as a differentiated set of pressures across programs.
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Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
After Kimmel brought up the fact that her 18-year-old twins Max and Emme are graduating high school imminently and heading off to college, the multihyphenate entertainer fought back tears.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
Leeds United director Peter Lowy says the club’s board will imminently sit down with Daniel Farke to set out a fresh three-year vision for the club.
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Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 May 2026
And while no new staff has been hired or appears to be imminently joining Smith, the brand can handily tap into the media world’s vast pool of freelance talent and partner with hosts and reporters already established online.
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Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
In them, Comer notes that Peirce told him the museum was going to run out of cash imminently.
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Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Based on permit filings and typical Disney timelines, the remaining pathway could close imminently, according to the blog.
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Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
More imminently, traders expect a big move around CrowdStrike earnings on Wednesday.
—
Oliver Renick,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
That framing implicitly challenges the notion that California is uniquely and imminently on the verge of a Medi-Cal‑driven systemwide collapse, instead portraying the problem as a differentiated set of pressures across programs.
—
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
After Kimmel brought up the fact that her 18-year-old twins Max and Emme are graduating high school imminently and heading off to college, the multihyphenate entertainer fought back tears.
—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
Leeds United director Peter Lowy says the club’s board will imminently sit down with Daniel Farke to set out a fresh three-year vision for the club.
—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 May 2026
And while no new staff has been hired or appears to be imminently joining Smith, the brand can handily tap into the media world’s vast pool of freelance talent and partner with hosts and reporters already established online.
—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
In them, Comer notes that Peirce told him the museum was going to run out of cash imminently.
—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Based on permit filings and typical Disney timelines, the remaining pathway could close imminently, according to the blog.
—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imminently
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Roth was placed on administrative leave but returned to work shortly afterward, according to the lawsuit.
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Seuc has been the director of Boulder County Open Space since April 6, arriving shortly before the county commissioners announced their alternating trail use proposal.
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Authorities confirmed soon after her disappearance that DNA tests showed that blood found on Nancy Guthrie's front porch came from her.
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Paterson could be a temporary replacement and will soon be back to his Monday-night gig at the Green Mill Cocktail Lounge.
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Her mother and sisters ultimately devised a balloon-popping reveal that left guests momentarily confused before the reality of the family's situation sank in.
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His one-hop throw to the plate, which came after second baseman Casey Schmitt snagged a lineout but threw wildly to second base, momentarily preserved a scoreless game.
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While most observers would rather see stars like Messi play the entire match, ultimately the decision is no different from the Cowboys opting to let Dak Prescott or CeeDee Lamb play a series or two in Week 18 before resting them after locking up the division.
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The McCloskeys ultimately pleaded guilty to misdemeanor offenses in 2021 as part of a resolution to the case.
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On May 17, 1959, an 18-year-old Lee returned to San Francisco and eventually made his way to Hollywood.
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These birds will eventually be released on Palmyra Atoll, a brown snake-free island in the Pacific Ocean.
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My country, the Democratic Republic of Congo, is presently facing a new outbreak of the Ebola virus in its northern region.
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So the new overnight climate control system could even surpass that of pure EV camping, delivering another strong argument in favor of plug-in hybrids presently being the best powertrain solution for efficient, comfortable and capable camper vans and motorhomes.
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With more time added on to the 10 minutes of stoppage, Croatia finally found an equalizer.
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After decades of litigation, the tribe finally recovered its water rights.
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“Imminently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imminently. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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