as in future
time that is to come
we can scarcely imagine what observers in some remote futurity will think of civilization as it existed at the dawn of the 21st century
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Recent Examples of futurity
Established in 2023, the biennial prize is given in recognition of next-gen multidisciplinary artists working at the intersection of art, media, and technology to explore notions of futurity and transformation.
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News Desk, Artforum, 4 Nov. 2025
This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.
—JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025
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
Next October his first set of quarter horses are set to go into futurity, a competition which offers staggering prize money to winners.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 19 July 2024
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News Desk, Artforum, 4 Nov. 2025
This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.
—JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025
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
Next October his first set of quarter horses are set to go into futurity, a competition which offers staggering prize money to winners.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 19 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for futurity
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Researchers in South Korea have achieved a breakthrough that can lead to safer and more efficient batteries, quickening the transition to clean energy and paving the way for a more sustainable future.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Schaeffer would be a valuable bridge to the team’s future.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Considering these changes are going into effect tomorrow and the current government shutdown is the longest in American history at more than 36 days, there’s reason to be concerned that Thanksgiving travel plans could be impacted.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Futurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futurity. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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