IMPENDED Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

impended

verb

past tense of impend

as in loomed

to be about to happen for confirmed pessimists some disaster always seems to be impending

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Yet, the fate of Georgia in November loomed over the president’s visit.

— Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 22 July 2026
Since the knockout stages began, the constant threat of separation has loomed over every step Argentina have made.

— James Horncastle, New York Times, 20 July 2026

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This style originated on the British Isles in the 18th century, and by the 20th century, it was brewed by adding the shells as a natural fining agent, which also changed its flavor.

— Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Black Tea Like green tea, black tea is made from the Camellia sinensis plant but is brewed at a higher temperature and has a more bitter taste.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 22 July 2026

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