loomed large

Verb

loom large (third-person singular simple present looms large, present participle looming large, simple past and past participle loomed large)

1. (idiomatic, intransitive) To have a great deal of importance, presence, power, or sway; to be of great significance or concern, especially when posing a likely threat or danger.
   • Energy policy will loom large in the policy decisions of the new government.

   Synonyms:

   bulk large