impend

[im-pend] / ɪmˈpɛnd /

VERB

threaten

Synonyms

STRONG

advance approach brew brewing forebode foreshadow frighten imperil jeopardize loom lower menace overhang portend presage warn

WEAK

be dangerous be gathering be imminent be in the air be in the offing be on the horizon come on hang over put at risk put in jeopardy

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The impending transaction still requires regulatory approval in several countries including Canada, the U.S. and China.

From MarketWatch

James wrote on Instagram as news of Paul’s impending retirement spread.

From The Wall Street Journal

Winner Pharris Frank said he had a premonition of his impending lotto luck.

From Washington Times

After he announced his impending arrest, searches for Daniels on the website Pornhub jumped 21,655%, according to the site's research and analysis branch.

From Reuters

Congressional Republicans demanded testimony from members of Mr. Bragg’s office earlier this month after Mr. Trump announced his impending indictment.

From Washington Times

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