as in loomed
to be about to happen
for confirmed pessimists some disaster always seems to be impending
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Extra time beckoned, penalties loomed, but up popped Brazilian winger Jaja to lob in a dramatic equaliser on the night and winner in the tie.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025 -
The stock market dipped Tuesday as a government shutdown loomed.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
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First brewed and sold in Dublin by Arthur Guinness in the 18th century, the dark, creamy stout went on to become a fixture of Irish culture, something of a calling card for the country.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Sep. 2025
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They are known for their 20 on-tap beers, which are all brewed in-house.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Impended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impended. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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