impending 1 of 2

impending

2 of 2

verb

present participle of impend

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of impending
Adjective
Trudeau’s impending departure follows a series of political crises, rising economic discontent and the surprise resignation of his deputy prime minister and finance minister Chrystia Freeland – who was also in the race to succeed him. Hira Humayun, CNN, 9 Mar. 2025 But with the play-in tournament all but guaranteed, the only choice now is to embrace the impending opportunity for Buzelis, White and the rest of the young Bulls core. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025 But for many months now, the ground floor of One Wall Street has been covered in jaunty green signage advertising the impending arrival of Printemps, a U.S. outpost of one of France’s oldest and most renowned department stores. Kim Velsey, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2025 With the end of Q1 fast approaching, the impending start of Q2 offers an ideal time for a business to stop, assess current progress and strategize about next steps. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for impending
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impending
Adjective
  • Philadelphia Phillies right fielder — and team sage — Nick Castellanos already gave his deep thoughts of the upcoming season when spring training began last month.
    Anthony Stitt, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
  • These moves could indicate that New York might elect to pass on selecting a quarterback in the upcoming draft.
    Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Following the Jets' final meeting with the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, the question marks will begin looming on what will happen with Aaron Rodgers.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
  • With the 49ers’ offseason looming, Purdy made history on Monday Night Football this past week against Detroit, notching 15 games with at least two passing touchdowns and a passer rating of at least 115.
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Progress is likely to be gradual rather than imminent.
    Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The National Weather Service is planning to issue a fire watch Friday for South Florida indicating imminent weather conditions that will fuel fires such as strong winds and low humidity.
    David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is set to become the first city in the region to launch electric flying taxis following a deal with U.S.-based Archer Aviation and plans test flights in coming months.
    Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
  • But Wall Street is divided on what to expect out of this closely followed group in coming months.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Impending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impending. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on impending

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!