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storm is brewing
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used to say that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "storm is brewing" and when to use it?
The phrase "storm is brewing" is an idiom that is often used to describe a situation in which tension, disagreement, or a challenge is building up and may soon escalate. The origin of this expression can be linked to the literal brewing of a storm in the atmosphere, where changes in weather conditions indicate an impending storm.
Examples
After the CEO resigned without warning, everyone felt a storm was brewing.
