loom large

phrase

: to have great importance or influence
Rising tuition costs loom large in the minds of many parents.
She was a critic who loomed large in literary circles.

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Beyond France, risks loom large The latest ructions in markets could weigh on a fragile economic recovery in Europe, bolstered by investment into artificial intelligence, stronger demand for European exports and higher defense spending in Germany. — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026 But just as a school year can be exciting for new and returning faces alike, the absences of those who’ve moved elsewhere can also loom large. — Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 Moore knew the scene, which is essentially a long, intense monologue, would loom large for her, and so did Eisenberg. — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 7 Sep. 2026 Police levy and camera surveillance loom large Early in the meeting, council voted to put a $5 million permanent property tax levy override on the November ballot, dedicated to the Nampa Police Department. — Noah Daly august 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loom large

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“Loom large.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loom%20large. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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