imminent catastrophe
Frequency: 6.05.8 per million words
A more intense term for an impending disaster, often with widespread consequences.
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- The scientists warned of an imminent catastrophe if climate change was not addressed.
- With the financial markets crashing, many feared an imminent economic catastrophe.
- The escalating tensions between the two nations hinted at an imminent catastrophe.
- Despite the signs, some refused to believe in the imminent catastrophe that awaited them.
- Emergency services were on high alert, preparing for an imminent natural catastrophe.
- The novel depicted a dystopian future where an imminent ecological catastrophe loomed.
- Leaders worldwide held urgent talks to avert an imminent global catastrophe.
- Without immediate action, the region faces an imminent humanitarian catastrophe.
- The ancient prophecy spoke of an imminent catastrophe that would reshape the world.
- She had a dreadful premonition of an imminent personal catastrophe.