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

The statement did not address questions about Northwood Ravin’s verbal agreement with Cherry, whether parking is a recurring issue with other projects across the city or how the developer can prevent similar problems in the future. — Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

But SpaceX is a long-duration growth company whose valuation depends heavily on cash flows expected far into the future. — Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

In addition to the startling experience of touching the remains of an animal that lived hundreds of millions of years ago, contact with the Mastodonsaurus offers an opportunity to reflect on the future, those involved in the project said. — ABC News, 22 July 2026

In the meantime, Perry has managed to assemble a young nucleus, giving Sacramento a number of building blocks for the future. — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

Rhymes for the future

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