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as in tomorrow
time that is to come
in the future, there may be medical discoveries that are beyond our fondest dreams
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as in coming
of a time after the present
we must preserve our national parks in all their glory so that future generations can experience the majesty of nature
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Recent Examples of future
Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
But in February, that future was upended when Cano’s factory declared bankruptcy.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
In this environment, private debt offers a bridge to sustainability, to scale, to stronger future valuations.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Proud to see so many voices united for nonviolence, civic action, and the power of the people to shape our future.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
But in February, that future was upended when Cano’s factory declared bankruptcy.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The governor has also led a redistricting push in California to help Democrats win future elections.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
In this environment, private debt offers a bridge to sustainability, to scale, to stronger future valuations.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for future
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Building a cleaner tomorrow SMRs are next-generation nuclear reactors that are smaller and safer than traditional plants.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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The list will be published tomorrow.—
Kathleen Saxe,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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With Shildt gone, the fate of hitting coach Victor Rodriguez, 64, remains to be seen.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
15 Oct. 2025
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However, there is growing Israeli anger over the fate of the hostages who did not survive captivity and delays in the return of their remains.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Scrutiny is expected over United’s commercial future in the coming months, because although the club recently posted record annual revenues, there has been a dramatic shift across the department.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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But Moreno noted that the city’s recent rollback of its controversial ADU bonus, which was the most aggressive in the state, will likely shrink the number of ADUs built in coming years.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Oct. 2025
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Scott’s work as a designer and consultant has positioned her as an expert and resource on Caribbean artisanal craft, vast technical knowledge, and the futurity of contemporary dress.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
2 Sep. 2025
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The Titanic steaming toward destiny as Rose and Jack fall in love.—
Jon Landau,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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To borrow a cliche, the M’s feel like the team of destiny.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Bieber threw a towel over his shoulder, the upcoming surgery clear in his mind, and watched the last few innings with a cold face.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The upcoming Doha Film Festival transforms the DFI’s existing Ajyal Film Festival, dedicated to youth and family-friendly cinema, into a more ambitious international event for a broader audience.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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If any provision of this Act or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the remainder of the Act and the application of the provision to other persons not similarly situated or to other circumstances shall not be affected thereby.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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Sharing the minutes around will hopefully reduce the strain on key players so they are only pushed to the limit in exceptional circumstances.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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In contrast, Cifuentes inherited senior players with strong views — many of whom may have become scarred by the two Premier League relegations and subsequent criticism from the stands.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Instead, the judges’ scores and viewer votes will carry over to next week’s show, raising the stakes for the subsequent elimination.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Future.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/future. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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