the next couple of

phrase

: the upcoming two : the next two
Our schedule is booked solid for the next couple of weeks.

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His symptoms continued to worsen over the next couple of days. Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Thunderstorms and rain are possible as cooler weather rolls into the Treasure Valley over the next couple of days, according to the National Weather Service. Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 27 Aug. 2026 Dew points are expected to fall into the upper 50s, which should make for a relatively pleasant and comfortable over the next couple of days, the weather service said. Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026 The investment bank believes demand should help propel growth of at least 20% and margin expansion for Dynatrace over the next couple of years. Sarah Min, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the next couple of

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“The next couple of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20next%20couple%20of. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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