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does it sound okay to say "lingering on the horizon" meaning "looming ahead" (slrpnk.net)
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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

If you used either, I'd understand perfectly what you meant.

EDIT: I should point out that "looming" suggests something ominous or negative. Where "lingering" doesn't necessarily mean a negative upcoming event, only one that is likely unavoidable.