looming

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[ˈluːmɪŋ], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- (of an event) seemingly about to happen and regarded as ominous or worrying
(e.g: the looming threat of social unrest)

- appearing as a vague or shadowy form, especially one that is large or threatening
(e.g: he almost expected to see Jason's looming figure suddenly appear)


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