This is the 13371st most frequent Russian word.
нависает
"Нависает" means "hangs over" or "looms."
Here, 'нависает' is used to describe an ominous presence or something hanging threateningly over a location, showcasing its spatial and figurative usage.
Тёмное облако нависает над городом.
A dark cloud looms over the city.
In this case, 'нависает' functions metaphorically to suggest an abstract feeling or emotion enveloping an environment.
Тревога нависает в воздухе перед началом экзамена.
A sense of anxiety hangs in the air before the exam starts.
Here, 'нависает' is used literally to describe a physical structure's position over another, emphasizing potential danger or dominance.