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looming

/luːmɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does looming mean?

verb

Present or seem about to happen or appear; to be visible or apparent, especially in a threatening or ominous way. To be in a state of impending arrival or appearance.

Example

"The dark clouds were looming over the city, threatening a storm."

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