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

Examples of the future in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

An appeal puts more than the future of Wrigley View Rooftop at issue. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Oct. 2026

At Microsoft’s event in San Francisco last week, the company reiterated its vision for Windows as the operating system of the future, albeit one primarily for developers, enthusiasts, and gamers. — Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026

And there is a bonus benefit — people who are concerned about the future tend to make more conscientious decisions about the present. — John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

Among the headliners on Monday were Banijay Entertainment chairman Jeff Zucker and CEO Marco Bassetti discussing what the future holds following the merger of Banijay and All3Media to create the world’s largest independent production group. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for the future

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