imminent

Example Sentences

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It’s now heading into the sixth week, with no signs of an imminent end.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Before the announcement, Unilever confirmed overnight that talks were ongoing, after the Wall Street Journal reported that a deal was imminent.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Dar also said late Saturday that Iran had allowed 20 more Pakistani-flagged vessels -- or two ships daily -- to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of an imminent fuel crisis.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

The only justification, they calculated, would be an imminent threat, especially information that Iran was close to creating a nuclear weapon.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

To some, the government’s crackdown did not seem imminent so they did not take the precautions necessary to lessen its effect.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela