1
as in upcoming
being soon to appear or take place
everyone's excited about the forthcoming company gala
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2
as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
it's hard to tell what her views on that hot-button issue exactly are, as she's not very forthcoming
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Recent Examples of forthcoming
The condominium board has not been forthcoming about this.
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Howard Dakoff, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Speaking with EW, Lampert and Glinski revealed that an answer is forthcoming.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 June 2025
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is unlikely to be part of Howe’s first-team plans, so a loan or exit may be forthcoming.
Likely to leave
Sean Longstaff (2026); Isaac Hayden (2026)
Howe resurrected Longstaff’s career and his constant running and willingness to do the ugly things were vital.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 June 2025
Russian officials have said for weeks that such a document is forthcoming.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for forthcoming
Howard Dakoff, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
The 25 best drama series on Netflix to get hooked on
Speaking with EW, Lampert and Glinski revealed that an answer is forthcoming.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 June 2025
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is unlikely to be part of Howe’s first-team plans, so a loan or exit may be forthcoming.
Likely to leave
Sean Longstaff (2026); Isaac Hayden (2026)
Howe resurrected Longstaff’s career and his constant running and willingness to do the ugly things were vital.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 June 2025
Russian officials have said for weeks that such a document is forthcoming.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forthcoming
Adjective
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Ronson's upcoming memoir details his early career as a nightclub DJ in New York City.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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In the case of Sotheby’s upcoming sale of Napoleonic memorabilia, the answer involves fog, eerie sound effects and a Pop Art take on military regalia.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Known for his outspoken floor speeches and frequent criticism of bipartisan bills, May had also built a reputation as a disruptive political consultant, backing challengers against sitting GOP incumbents.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Former foundation board members Susan Burns and Larry Geimer were especially outspoken, repeatedly introducing the topic at public board meetings.—
Alice Herman,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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How can leaders conduct honest conversations without inspiring defensiveness, denial, or backlash?—
Lauren Howe,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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One of those fans, apparently, is singer Ciara, who recently urged the Harlem artist to make Lampkin an honest women after running into the rapper in the BET Awards press room this weekend.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Amazon and Disney aim to let advertisers start tapping into the new partnership in coming months.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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Both have avoided direct involvement so far, but their next moves—whether to increase supply or withhold capacity—could shape the direction of oil prices in coming months.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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In the late 1960s, the candid nature of Sly’s lyrics — expressing deep emotions and struggles — was not something many in the Black community were prepared to confront, as survival took precedence over vulnerability.—
Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2025
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In a candid moment ahead of his U.S. Open title defense, Bryson revealed the name that's been pushing him lately.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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Questions on straightforward topics, like high school history, produced up to six times fewer emissions than subjects like abstract algebra or philosophy, which required lengthy reasoning processes.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
19 June 2025
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Setup was straightforward, the sideboard was well padded and close to fully set up.—
Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
Adjective
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The unprecedented firing of the entire Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. poses a direct threat to American health.—
Tom Frieden,
Time,
16 June 2025
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Israel considers Iran's nuclear program to be a direct threat to its national security.—
Rebecca Rosman,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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Both of our leads fundamentally change their personalities in an effort to be liked and accepted, which is a frank and brutal implication about what the world will demand.—
Brian Boone,
Vulture,
10 June 2025
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Apple claims Personas will look much better and more natural—which wouldn't be saying too much, to be frank.—
Samuel Axon,
ArsTechnica,
9 June 2025
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“Forthcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forthcoming. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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