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as in distinguished
having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner
the president of the bank is exactly the sort of imposing figure that one might expect
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the corporation's imposing headquarters were designed by one of the nation's cutting-edge architects
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as in levying
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
that state now imposes a fine for text messaging while driving
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Recent Examples of imposing
Paul McCardell, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2024
High in the Central Coast Mountains of British Columbia, the shadowy contours of more imposing peaks rise behind her.
—John Briley, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
These innovations enable companies to balance cost savings with employee experience, rather than imposing rigid RTO mandates that drive attrition.
—Solange Charas, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Chris Davis For a few seasons, Orioles first baseman Chris Davis was one of the more imposing hitters in the American League.
—Paul McCardell, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2024
High in the Central Coast Mountains of British Columbia, the shadowy contours of more imposing peaks rise behind her.
—John Briley, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Verb
Head to Mill Creek Lake to kayak or fish for bass, bluegill, crappie, and trout in a sunny spot that’s surrounded by imposing cliffs and a dense forest.
—Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
These innovations enable companies to balance cost savings with employee experience, rather than imposing rigid RTO mandates that drive attrition.
—Solange Charas, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imposing
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Over time, inhaling these harmful chemicals can contribute to progressive lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Sanjay Sethi, MD, SUNY distinguished professor and chief of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at the University at Buffalo.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
16 Apr. 2025
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Palmer was just one of several celebrities and distinguished guests who attended the Fashion Trust Awards on Tuesday.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
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Their odd-couple pairing became a magnificent slow burn of hatred into grudging respect into genuine affection, making for a tantalizing will-they-won't-they.—
Tyler Aquilina,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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These are magnificent achievements that propel Hellebuyck beyond back-to-back Vezina Trophy consideration and into Hart territory while proving that Connor and Scheifele can score while playing better defence than earlier in their careers.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In a solemn message, Dominican President Luis Abinader addressed the nation’s grief.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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In Ireland, however, St. Patrick’s Day remained a solemn day of observance with little revelry.—
Bryan McGovern,
The Conversation,
11 Mar. 2025
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This extraordinary group rallied together for a single glorious vision: to win four straight playoff games against the finest teams in college football.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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To Step Down As Managing Director Of Singapore’s Hotel Properties The quarter-final marathon against Arthur Fils was the best of the bunch, a captivating young twentysomething match-up of warrior spirits that was reminiscent of Alcaraz’s defeat by Musetti back in that glorious encounter in Germany.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Riders always have access to the entire phone screen and the charging port or audio jack.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Which California county has most EV charging ports?—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Aside from a series of gruesome martyr scenes frescoed on the interior wall of the second ring in the late 16th century, the decor reflects late Imperial taste for decorous abstraction and costly materials.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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Is there any decorous way to acknowledge my failure to do so over the past few years and to express my regret?—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2025
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There's a coquina quarry where laborers mined stones to build the majestic Castillo de San Marcos and other historic structures downtown.—
Kara Franker,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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Tucked among the winding roads and resplendent trees of this tony enclave is a property that feels like pulling into a majestic boutique hotel.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2025
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With Good Night, and Good Luck, Clooney and his collaborators give a dignified and resonant answer.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
4 Apr. 2025
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According to a 2020 HuffPost report, Trump was present at only four of the 96 dignified transfers that occurred during his first term.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Imposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imposing. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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