as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
as long as the possibility of having to move again was hanging over them, the family couldn't really settle in
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Recent Examples of hang (over)
Abigail Adams, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
Our whirlwind day ended at Bardo’s coastal-Italian restaurant, Saint Bibiana (named for the patron saint of hangovers), accessed once again by a lift.
—Frances MacDougall, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Knowing your limits is a key factor in preventing hangovers and symptoms of anxiety during a hangover.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2025
Wells Fargo also predicts an inflation hangover, with high interest rates and prices pressuring affordability.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Meanwhile, Stacey woke up with a nasty hangover from the night prior.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
Our whirlwind day ended at Bardo’s coastal-Italian restaurant, Saint Bibiana (named for the patron saint of hangovers), accessed once again by a lift.
—Frances MacDougall, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Knowing your limits is a key factor in preventing hangovers and symptoms of anxiety during a hangover.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2025
Wells Fargo also predicts an inflation hangover, with high interest rates and prices pressuring affordability.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang (over)
Verb
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That missed payment was a major contributor to the union’s decision to threaten a strike, further accelerating the trucking company’s demise as more clients diverted freight to other customers.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2025
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Instead of awarding subsidies, though, Trump wants to punish chipmakers who do business outside the US, threatening to impose tariffs on semiconductor imports potentially as soon as April 2.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Riya awakens at the beginning with a nasty gash to her temple, having forgotten all that happened, but quickly clued into the still-volatile situation by the corpses of three of her fellow crew members: Kevin (Beulah Koale), Adhi (Iko Uwais) and Davis (Flying Lotus).—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
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For the next 65 years, McCurdy’s corpse bounced around in the freak show Netherworld.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Both nebulas are the leftover remnants from the last phase of a medium star like our sun.—
Miguel Claro,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Save and freeze the leftover stock for soups, stews, sore throats, and more.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Syria violence Armed men loyal to the Syrian government carried out field executions and spoke of purifying the country, according to eyewitnesses and video, providing a gruesome picture of a crackdown against remnants of the former Assad regime that spiraled into communal killings.—
Tricia Escobedo,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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While out walking or working on irrigation, the ranch owners have found remnants from the Gold Rush when the property was part of the old stagecoach route.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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What ruling Jalen Suggs out for remainder of season means for Magic A win Thursday against the Bulls to wrap up a 7-game homestand before hitting the road for a 5-game trip not only would help Orlando regain its confidence but also impact the postseason race.—
Jason Beede,
Orlando Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2025
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These might include harvesting and offsetting gains and losses, charitable gifts to offset gain, charitable remainder trusts to defer the taxable gain on diversification, exchange funds, and so forth.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One commenter felt there was a bit of a floury aftertaste.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Mar. 2025
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The finish is long and slightly dry, with a fruity, zesty aftertaste.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The universe is encouraging you to lie low, rest, recharge and live in the moment.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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Was the extra day of rest all the Leafs needed to bounce back?—
Omar White,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Balancing Acts: Motherhood, Leadership and Finding Joy When asked about creating balance in her demanding role, Hopkin is refreshingly candid.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
21 Mar. 2025
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The molecules then freeze, forming dust grains and thus establishing a balance between depletion and replenishment.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Hang (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20%28over%29. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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