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looming

[loo-ming] / ˈlu mɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
rising
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Hong Kong resident Lisa Lau put on a costume drama as she settled on the bed that occupies much of her tiny apartment, trying to take her mind off of a looming eviction.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Satellite company EchoStar, which Wall Street sees as an easy way to get in on the looming SpaceX initial public offering, gained 1%.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

At the same time, "the economic stagnation looming as a result of the war's consequences will reduce tax revenues", she added.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

A looming strike by Samsung workers could further tighten memory supply and boost prices, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Maybe even one Togbe knew, would see as a child, looming in the distance.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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