looming

Refers to a severe problem that is about to happen.

Refers to a major catastrophe that is about to happen.

drohende Rezession

Refers to an economic downturn that is expected to happen soon.

drohender Mangel

Refers to an expected lack of something necessary.

ein bedrohlicher Mangel, der wahrscheinlich bald eintreten wird

bevorstehender Showdown

Refers to a final, decisive confrontation that is about to occur.

drohendes Gespenst

Used metaphorically for a threat that is causing fear.

Betont, dass eine Bedrohung naht und sich unmittelbar anfühlt.