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foreboding

/fɔːrˈbɒdɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does foreboding mean?

adjective

Giving the impression that something bad is going to happen; ominous or threatening.

Example

"The dark clouds gathered, creating a foreboding atmosphere that made everyone feel uneasy."

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