be imminent
Example Sentences
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The measure was championed by a coalition of healthcare advocates called Restore Healthcare for Angelenos who warned that mass layoffs and emergency room closures could be imminent if new funding didn’t come fast.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Threats no longer have to be imminent to be countered.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
There are other signs an attack could be imminent.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
It allows for "self-defence if an armed attack occurs" but that threat must be imminent, Prof Moffett said.
From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026
A few weeks later, we knew an important visit must be imminent because when it rained that day at the quarry we were allowed to take shelter instead of continuing to work.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
