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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

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɪmɪnənt

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Definitions

adjective

  1. Close in time; about to occur

    “Retribution is at hand”

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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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