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impends (over)

verb

present tense third-person singular of impend (over)

as in threatens

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

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When her brother’s behavior threatens the family’s future, Maria Anna secretly takes his place and performs under his name to the same stunning effect.

— Ed Meza, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
Still, experts with the private AccuWeather service warned that flooding from Isaias threatens southwestern North Carolina and surrounding communities.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026

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