around the corner

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Synonyms of around the corner next

: at hand : imminent

good times are just around the corner

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First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of around the corner was in 1898

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“Around the corner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/around%20the%20corner. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Definition revised

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