on the horizon

phrase

: coming in the near future
Scientists believe that a major breakthrough is on the horizon.

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In other words, the biggest threats on the horizon might not be the Vatican or their local dioceses as much as time and money. — Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 The Gators have ground to make up, and Georgia is on the horizon. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026 With a new Swiss manufacture in the works and Vanguart’s first decade on the horizon, there is a definite sense that the house is tapping into an irresistible horological energy, propelled forward by a passionate customer base. — Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026 There is always another appointment or test result somewhere on the horizon. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the horizon

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“On the horizon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20horizon. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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