the future
noun
1
: the events that will happen after the present time
It's impossible to predict the future.
2
grammar
: a verb tense that is used to refer to the future : future tense
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The notice requested all permits be obtained and construction plans submitted for the future repair of the balcony.
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Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
His presence echoed the tensions of the town and within law enforcement itself; the battle between the past and the future.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
For the employees, the future is less certain — but not without gratitude.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
For the roughly 8% of Americans without health insurance, TrumpRx’s website promises that more high-cost, brand-name drugs will be discounted on the platform in the future.
—Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
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Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
His presence echoed the tensions of the town and within law enforcement itself; the battle between the past and the future.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
For the employees, the future is less certain — but not without gratitude.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
For the roughly 8% of Americans without health insurance, TrumpRx’s website promises that more high-cost, brand-name drugs will be discounted on the platform in the future.
—Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the future
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“The future.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20future. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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