as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
as long as the possibility of having to move again was hanging over them, the family couldn't really settle in
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of hang (over)
Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025
But expect to spend about $150, or possibly more, and at least 30 minutes for the hangover helper.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
They’re marketed as providing a buzz without the downside of a hangover.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, recurring dreams that are upsetting can leave you with an emotional hangover the next day.
—Stacey Colino, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hang (over)
Noun
In particular, the hangover-worthy omurice and genuinely tasty Kyushu tonkatsu shio ramen with black garlic.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025
But expect to spend about $150, or possibly more, and at least 30 minutes for the hangover helper.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
They’re marketed as providing a buzz without the downside of a hangover.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, recurring dreams that are upsetting can leave you with an emotional hangover the next day.
—Stacey Colino, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hang (over)
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang (over)
Verb
-
Now cuts to federal funding threaten efforts to prevent more cases and outbreaks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Apr. 2025
-
Instead, opponents of the job cuts are making arguments more in line with the Trump administration’s priorities by saying the cuts threaten nuclear energy, mineral production and expanding energy access.—
Lisa Friedman,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
White dwarfs, conversely, are the cosmic corpses of smaller stars with masses more in line with that of the sun.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
17 Apr. 2025
-
In Wisconsin, the teen faces nine felony charges, including two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of hiding a corpse, according to online court records and a Waukesha County criminal complaint filed in late March.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
There was a second round, plus a turn for volunteers, and finally, leftovers were up for grabs.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
-
How To Store Strawberry Delight Store leftovers of this dessert covered in an airtight container up to one day.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
In the cave site on northern Malta, scientists found trace remnants of the roasted carcasses of red deer, tortoises and birds, as well as the remains of the marine life that once swarmed around Malta.—
Saul Elbein,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
-
This image, captured by a South African radio telescope named MeerKAT, also shows the ghostly, bubble-like remnants of supernovas that exploded over millennia.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Mikal Bridges started, played a ceremonial, singular minute to preserve his perfect attendance streak, then hit the bench for remainder of the afternoon.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
13 Apr. 2025
-
Nine days into the season, Popovich suffered a mild stroke that would keep him off the bench for its remainder.—
Mike Monroe,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Those who experience side effects like nausea, diarrhea, or a fishy aftertaste may be signs that fish oil isn’t well-tolerated.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
7 Apr. 2025
-
In fact, there was a pleasant peppery aftertaste that transported me to the Mediterranean.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Cooper was good about giving Vasilevskiy, who has one Vezina (2018-19), one Conn Smythe (2021) and a pair of Cup rings to his credit, sufficient rest as Jonas Johansson made 18 starts.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
-
At the time, a rep for the band told media outlets that Starkey was advised to take blood thinners for two weeks and rest to prevent additional clots.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Interest begins accruing the day after the tax deadline on any unpaid balance.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
-
The white flowers also provide a balance to the golden design.—
Celeste Polanco,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hang (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20%28over%29. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share