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imminent

adjective

close in time; about to occur

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
I
Ends with
T
Contains
MM
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
A2

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Pronunciation

ˈɪmɪnənt

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. close in time; about to occur

    “retribution is at hand”

In context

Example Sentences

retribution is at hand
some people believe the day of judgment is close at hand
in imminent danger
his impending retirement

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