upcoming
adjective
up·com·ing
ˈəp-ˌkə-miŋ 
: happening or appearing soon : forthcoming, approaching
a list of upcoming events
the upcoming election
… snippets of upcoming shows …—
Mike Hogan
Mike Hogan… here to prep for upcoming NBA tryouts.—Ric Bucher
Ric BucherHer latest accent, acquired after many hours in a local falafel bar, landed her a leading role in an upcoming feature film …—Minna Towbin
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In today’s newsletter, a primer on all the upcoming WNBA business.
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The outcome of the upcoming hearing may result in a change in parent time for either or both parties.
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Jackie Powell, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
The organization is instead focused on an upcoming panel discussion regarding alleged abuse at Noma and reforming broader hospitality-industry practices.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
The outcome of the upcoming hearing may result in a change in parent time for either or both parties.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
San Diego County’s recent summer-like temperatures have worried Ross, especially with upcoming trips in May to the Cuyamaca Mountains and Eagle Rock in Warner Springs, where water for the hikers could be scarce.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
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upcoming
adjective
up·com·ing
ˌəp-ˌkəm-iŋ
: coming soon
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