looming
Example Sentences
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Lula said that with elections looming, he was not receiving new ambassadors from any country, and blamed Washington for lagging in appointing someone.
From Barron's ● Aug. 5, 2026
Even with Kennedy looming over the counter more than sous-cheffing beside it, “The Real Food Show” briefly becomes the cooking program it has been dressed to imitate.
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026
When older parents look ahead to the looming price tag of their child’s tuition, it’s daunting.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
Last week, he rejected the notion that he should rethink his unpopular Iran strategy because of the looming midterms.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
“Tenochtitlan,” Abuelita said, looking in wonder at the great city looming over the swampy lake.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
