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as in distinguished
having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner
the president of the bank is exactly the sort of imposing figure that one might expect
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the corporation's imposing headquarters were designed by one of the nation's cutting-edge architects
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as in levying
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
that state now imposes a fine for text messaging while driving
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Recent Examples of imposing
Paul McCardell, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2024
High in the Central Coast Mountains of British Columbia, the shadowy contours of more imposing peaks rise behind her.
—John Briley, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Lindsay Whitehurst, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Missouri Senator Josh Hawley accused them of imposing higher fees on small businesses than large corporations.
—Emma Withrow, Baltimore Sun, 21 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Chris Davis For a few seasons, Orioles first baseman Chris Davis was one of the more imposing hitters in the American League.
—Paul McCardell, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2024
High in the Central Coast Mountains of British Columbia, the shadowy contours of more imposing peaks rise behind her.
—John Briley, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Verb
Any movement on the issue appears unlikely as Republicans prepare to take control of the Senate in January, underscoring the hurdles in imposing restrictions on a separate branch of government even as public confidence in the court has fallen to record lows.
—Lindsay Whitehurst, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Missouri Senator Josh Hawley accused them of imposing higher fees on small businesses than large corporations.
—Emma Withrow, Baltimore Sun, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imposing
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Patrick Henry’s legacy Henry went on to have a distinguished career in Virginia state politics, including serving five one-year terms as governor.—
Cassandra Good,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Mar. 2025
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Victoriana is a distinguished single-malt Scotch whisky from the Glen Scotia Distillery, one of Campbeltown, Scotland's three remaining whisky distilleries.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Sinise called the museum magnificent — and something love overdue to recognize American heroes.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Mar. 2025
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Legendary head coach Rick Pitino has done a magnificent job coaching the Red Storm this campaign, as the team went 30-4 this season and is on a nine-game win streak heading into the NCAA tournament, most recently winning the Big East tournament championship over Creighton.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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From its origins as a solemn feast day to its transformation into a global celebration of Irish heritage, St. Patrick's Day is a meaningful occasion for many.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this month, Francis participated virtually in the Vatican’s weeklong spiritual retreat, an annual gathering that kicks off the Catholic Church’s solemn Lenten season leading to Easter.—
Angela Yang,
NBC News,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mature males grow long, glorious, pendulous snoods.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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This sparkling evening will culminate in a glorious one-night-only performance starring Broadway standout Ashley Blanchet (Frozen, Beautiful), Broadway veteran Sara Jean Ford (The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked), and Emmy nominee Angela Ingersoll (Get Happy, End of the Rainbow).—
Encinitas Advocate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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In states without these laws, prosecutors must seek approval by a judge before charging a child as an adult.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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Yank Technologies is developing long-range high-power wireless charging technology that has applications across a range of use cases and sectors, from manufacturing cargo bikes to the military.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Aside from a series of gruesome martyr scenes frescoed on the interior wall of the second ring in the late 16th century, the decor reflects late Imperial taste for decorous abstraction and costly materials.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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Is there any decorous way to acknowledge my failure to do so over the past few years and to express my regret?—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2025
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But for first-time visitors, nothing quite beats the thrill of skiing in Zermatt with the Matterhorn’s majestic silhouette as your backdrop.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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The majestic trophy is one of the most famous in sports with the face of the winner of each year’s Indianapolis 500 attached to the trophy, cast in sterling silver.—
Bruce Martin,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The State of the Union should be a dignified event where Congress and the citizens learn what is happening with our nation and what the president wants to happen.—
DP Opinion,
The Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2025
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If things don't improve, a dignified exit may be the worthy course of action.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Imposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imposing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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