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adjective

ˈnekst How to pronounce next (audio)
Definition of nextnext
as in following
being the one that comes immediately after another my house is the next one turn at the next street, not this one she was next in line for concert tickets

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next

2 of 3

adverb

as in then

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next

3 of 3

preposition

as in upon

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Recent Examples of next
Adjective
Earlier this summer, speculation regarding Ariana Grande’s weight and body image reached a fever pitch after the singer announced her retreat from public life following the ending of her ongoing tour next week. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Aug. 2026 For her next venture, the former CEO of WeightWatchers and founder of Houseparty is betting on the niche fragrance category. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
Adverb
Since taking over as Fed chair in May, Warsh has remained quiet on what’s next for short-term rates. — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 Since becoming chairman three months ago, Warsh has stopped spoon-feeding Wall Street clues on what the US central bank will do next. — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Preposition
Arsenal could sell Gabriel Martinelli before the window shuts next Tuesday, with Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal talking to their Premier League counterparts and the Brazil international. — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 School districts in Broward and Miami-Dade counties are evaluating dozens of campuses for potential closure next academic year as both districts grapple with significant declines in student enrollment. — Ted Scouten, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for next
Recent Examples of Synonyms for next
  1. following
  2. then
  3. upon
  4. second
  5. later
  6. on
  7. coming
  8. since
Adjective
  • Two more lottery players won big following Wednesday night's Powerball drawing.
    — Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Geno Segers is breaking his silence after being fired from Broadway’s Hadestown following backlash over resurfaced transgender comments.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of following
Adverb
  • The table then stows away, and the bench cushions rearrange to create a side-facing love seat positioned perfectly for viewing the drop-down projection screen just above the entryway.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • For your 9-to-5, try them with a button-up shirt and trousers, then pair them with a midi dress and cardigan or a cashmere crewneck, jeans, and trench coat on weekends for a welcome dose of juxtaposition.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of then
Preposition
  • An increase has not been formally agreed upon and is still under evaluation, officials said.
    — DJ Simmons June 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
  • Since Köhler's early work, researchers have conducted similar experiments involving an out-of-reach reward and an object to stand upon in birds and elephants.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 7 June 2026
Definition of upon
Adjective
  • This was the second time Markey won a primary challenge against a much younger candidate.
    — Maham Javaid, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026
  • There’s a prevailing sentiment among critics right now that the second season of Adults has been a significant improvement on season one.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of second
Adverb
  • The film from writer-director Elle Sofe Sara will get a theatrical release in early 2027 before launching on digital platforms later next year.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2026
  • With Yeager ineligible for election to retain his seat and Saunders stepping down to retire at the end of this term later this year, neither will be on the council long-term going forward.
    — James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of later
Preposition
  • The idea that these two would have a five-minute-or-less breakup conversation, then plop down on the couch and happily embark on an acid trip together, strains credulity a little, even for this bizarre, codependent friend group.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The drug, marketed as Bixlenvo, is aimed at patients whose virus is already under control but who remain on complicated treatment regimens.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of on
Adjective
  • The most valuable customer of the coming decade may never open your app or click on your ad.
    — Himanshu Sinha, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Such numbers will jump dramatically in the coming years, if all goes to plan.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of coming
Adverb
  • The suffix has since been adapted in multiple health and wellbeing spaces.
    — Jennifer Donnelly, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Eight officials have since been suspended, and disciplinary proceedings initiated against them following the inquiry.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of since

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“Next.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/next. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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