upcoming

adjective

up·​com·​ing ˈəp-ˌkə-miŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
: happening or appearing soon : forthcoming, approaching
a list of upcoming events
the upcoming election
… snippets of upcoming shows …Mike Hogan
… here to prep for upcoming NBA tryouts.Ric Bucher
Her latest accent, acquired after many hours in a local falafel bar, landed her a leading role in an upcoming feature film …Minna Towbin

Examples of upcoming in a Sentence

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An issue on the ballot for the upcoming election could further incentivize new students to join. David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Nov. 2025 The potential price hikes are due to the upcoming expiration of pandemic-era subsidies. Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 3 Nov. 2025 Now, in the wake of Ladd’s death, the upcoming interview standa as a heartfelt tribute to an extraordinary life and the unbreakable bond between a mother and daughter — two generations of women who redefined endurance, artistry and grace in Hollywood. Clayton Davis, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025 After the Los Angeles Dodgers repeated as World Series champions, all eyes have turned to the upcoming 2026 campaign. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for upcoming

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of upcoming was in 1943

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“Upcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upcoming. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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upcoming

adjective
up·​com·​ing ˌəp-ˌkəm-iŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
: coming soon

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