Clouds gathered overhead, a sign of impending rain.

Meaning: Above us, clouds started to come together, a sign that rain was coming soon.

Choice of Words: Clouds are visible masses of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere, and gathered suggests their accumulation. Overhead means above one's head, and impending indicates something that is about to happen.

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