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Loomlarge is an idiomatic expression in English used to describe something that appears to be imminent or has grown to dominate attention and importance. In contemporary usage, it conveys that a person, issue, threat, or possibility is so significant that it looms over considerations and decisions, even if it is not physically present.

The phrase derives from the verb loom, meaning to appear as a large, indistinct shape, often looming in the distance. When combined with large, it emphasizes scale and inevitability. The expression is well established in written English and has become common in political, economic, and media discourse. It is frequently formed as two words, loom large, but may appear in stylized or title form as one word in some modern usages.

In usage, loom large typically precedes or accompanies a description of influence or urgency. Examples include statements where a debt burden or policy issue “looms large” on the agenda, or where a risk “looms large” in forecasts. The phrase often carries a sense of looming consequence rather than immediate action, signaling that attention and resources may need to be directed to address the issue over time.

As a cultural reference, the expression has permeated journalism and literature and is sometimes used as a thematic or titular device in various works, reflecting its vivid imagery. See also: loom (verb), looming, overshadow, dominate.