: that is to be : future
—usually used postpositively and often in combination
a bride-to-be
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Welch was a husband, soon-to-be father, a Grand Blanc middle school football coach and a plant manager at Trims Unlimited, according to his obituary.
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Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 12 Nov. 2025
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Friends of the soon-to-be bride and groom shared their congratulations in the comments section.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
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Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 12 Nov. 2025
Shop James Allen’s Newest Sculptural Waves Ring Collection James Allen, a top online engagement ring and fine jewelry retailer, is surprising fans (and soon-to-be fiancés) with something quite out of the ordinary thanks to its latest release.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Friends of the soon-to-be bride and groom shared their congratulations in the comments section.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Nordic Ware sheet pans A baker can truly never have too many sheet pans, and a shiny new set is the ultimate practical and sure-to-be-appreciated gift.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
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“To-be.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to-be. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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