IMPENDING (OVER) Synonyms: 12 Similar Words

impending (over)

verb

Definition of impending (over)

present participle of impend (over)

as in threatening

to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on fears of an economic recession impended over the stock market

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The cyclone's center was at far out sea and was not threatening land.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Summary Several investor rights firms are threatening class actions against into Suja Life after its stock plummeted following disappointing Q2 earnings and reduced guidance, attributed to grocery channel weakness.

— Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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