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Loom large Meaning in English

expression

ˈɫum/ /ˈɫɑɹdʒ
LOOM-LARJ
lˈuːm/ /lˈɑːdʒ
LOOM-LAHJ

释义

If something looms large, it appears very important, serious, or threatening, often causing worry or attention.

用法与细微差别

Usually used about problems, dangers, or important issues; it's a metaphor, not physical. Common in formal or semi-formal writing. Often used with subjects like 'threats', 'elections', 'exams', or 'memories'.

例句

The final exam looms large in the minds of all students.

basic

The threat of war looms large over the region.

basic

For her, memories of childhood loom large even today.

basic

The question of money always seems to loom large when planning a wedding.

natural

Doubts about the project loom large, making everyone a bit nervous.

natural

Even with good news, past failures can still loom large in your mind.

natural