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imposing
[ im-poh-zing ]
adjective
- very impressive because of great size, stately appearance, dignity, elegance, etc.:
Notre Dame, Rheims, and other imposing cathedrals of France.
Synonyms: , , , ,
imposing
/ ɪˈəʊɪŋ /
adjective
- grand or impressive
an imposing building
Derived Forms
- ˈDzԲԱ, noun
- ˈDzԲ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- ·DziԲ· adverb
- ·DziԲ·Ա noun
Example Sentences
The White House said it’s imposing tariffs to bring back manufacturing jobs to the United States and relying too much on foreign producers could threaten economic security.
So Ben's delighted Trump hit the gas immediately, imposing tariffs on countries that range from allies like Canada and Mexico to adversaries like China.
Some countries, including Canada and China, have retaliated by imposing their own tariffs on American goods, putting California businesses — including farmers in the Central Valley and workers in Hollywood — on high alert.
But administration officials also described the prison as imposing punishment on criminals.
Judge Paul Thomas KC told Swansea Crown Court he was imposing the order not as punishment, but for "ongoing, probably lifelong, medical help".
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