as in loomed
to be about to happen
for confirmed pessimists some disaster always seems to be impending
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Vesia’s status loomed over the series and hung heavy in the Dodgers’ clubhouse.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025 -
Each of those reached a new deal without a blackout albeit some did so with some frenzied moments as deadlines loomed.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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With the new label, Heersink expects in 2026 to double the 300 barrels Spare Keg brewed this year.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
29 Oct. 2025
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The dog-friendly brewery has 16 different beers, brewed on-site, on tap, and its location adds another element of cool to the atmosphere.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Impended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impended. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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