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imposing

[im-poh-zing] / ɪmˈpoʊ zɪŋ /


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The actor, 39, accepted the role of the iconic composer in “Amadeus” because he was interested in excavating the man underneath the imposing historical legacy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

“Global electricity demand for AI simply cannot be met with terrestrial solutions, even in the near term, without imposing hardship on communities and the environment,” Musk said in February.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

There stood an imposing granite structure, designed under French’s supervision by shingle-style modernist Bruce Price, that harmonized perfectly with the park wall and cobblestoned sidewalk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Dubois cut an imposing figure on the scales, carrying noticeable extra bulk.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

He reminded Anya of Dobrynya: imposing but kind, powerful yet gentle.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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