as in looms
to be about to happen
for confirmed pessimists some disaster always seems to be impending
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In theory, the end of the world looms over every episode of LDOTD, but mostly everyone just hangs out.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026 -
It’s since been dubbed Ramada House, after the 26-foot-tall timber structure that looms over the residence providing shade and casting shadows.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Impends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impends. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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