approaching figure

Frequency: 6.55.0 per million words

A person seen at a distance who is moving closer, often creating a sense of mystery or anticipation.

approachingADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

figure

Examples (10)

  • Through the fog, I could just make out an approaching figure.
  • The lone watchman strained his eyes, trying to identify the approaching figure in the twilight.
  • Her heart pounded at the sight of a tall, approaching figure in the dark alley.
  • The approaching figure was silhouetted against the setting sun, making it impossible to see their face.
  • The child pointed with a trembling finger at the approaching figure emerging from the woods.
  • He stood motionless on the moor, watching the solitary approaching figure grow larger with each step.
  • After weeks of waiting, the sight of the approaching figure on the horizon brought a wave of hope.
  • The security camera captured the blurry image of an approaching figure just before the system went offline.
  • She shielded her eyes from the sun to get a better look at the approaching figure.
  • His gaze was fixed on the approaching figure, wondering if it was friend or foe.