Loom Large

B2 8+

Synonyms of loom large

Antonyms of loom large

Collocations of loom large

threat
Frequency: 70 %

The economic crisis loomed large as a threat to the country's stability.

shadow
Frequency: 60 %

The scandal continued to loom large over the politician's career.

challenge
Frequency: 55 %

The new project loomed large as a significant challenge for the team.

uncertainty
Frequency: 50 %

The future of the project loomed large with uncertainty.

doubt
Frequency: 45 %

Despite their confidence, doubts still loomed large in their minds.

Idiomatic Expressions for loom large

  • Phrase: overshadow
    Meaning: to make someone or something seem less important or impressive
    Usage: The success of the new product overshadowed the failures of the previous one.