imposing
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Immense and imposing, formed through the downward trajectory of water from mountains as it collects and freezes, they have always moved.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
England, helped by Emilio Gay's half-century on debut and more New Zealand dropped catches, steadily built what looked to be an imposing lead.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Where the film becomes truly interesting and innovative is also where its narrative’s most imposing roadblock lies.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Sprawling, gruff, imposing and, at times, intimidating, the city would never be mistaken for Paris, Rome, London or even Berlin.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Today there is just one, the Mount Washington, still imposing and festive with its perky red roof but inescapably forlorn in its solitary grandeur.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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