imminently

American

[im-uh-nuhnt-lee] / ˈɪm ə nənt li /

adverb

very soon; at any moment.

Kiribati is one of many small island nations that are imminently threatened by the effects of global climate change.
The store is due to open imminently, but there are some last-minute renovations yet to complete.

Etymology

Origin of imminently

Example Sentences

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“Equity positioning has historically been well correlated with earnings growth and is in line with the latter turning negative imminently, a far cry from the strong growth we expect in Q1,” said Deutsche Bank.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

This contention seemed to be bolstered by a credible news report that immigration agents would imminently end the surge and, with it, the plaintiffs’ need for relief.

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2026

Tudor is reported to have reached a verbal agreement with Tottenham, who are expected to finalise the deal imminently.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

At various points, he looked like he might be done for and imminently.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

It is up to him to appear imminently and explain himself on all the counts.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee

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