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as in upcoming
being soon to appear or take place
everyone's excited about the forthcoming company gala
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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
Sophisticated computer processing during forthcoming science operations from VTF will sharpen the images even more and resolve even smaller structures on the sun, scientists say.
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Another week has passed since news of Kevin De Bruyne’s forthcoming departure from Manchester City broke, but the Belgian’s future remains just as uncertain as before.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The Grand Slam champion will style pieces from the respective brands’ new collection of tennis attire for her forthcoming tournaments.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2025
The trio is set to lead the streamer’s forthcoming Pride and Prejudice adaptation, a six-part limited-series take on Jane Austen’s beloved novel, TVLine has confirmed.
—Rebecca Luther, TVLine, 10 Apr. 2025
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Another week has passed since news of Kevin De Bruyne’s forthcoming departure from Manchester City broke, but the Belgian’s future remains just as uncertain as before.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The Grand Slam champion will style pieces from the respective brands’ new collection of tennis attire for her forthcoming tournaments.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2025
The trio is set to lead the streamer’s forthcoming Pride and Prejudice adaptation, a six-part limited-series take on Jane Austen’s beloved novel, TVLine has confirmed.
—Rebecca Luther, TVLine, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forthcoming
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President Donald Trump has said tariffs will likely impact shoppers, saying in an April 30 Cabinet meeting that tariffs could lead to fewer, but more expensive gifts this upcoming holiday season.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Please fill out the form below, and an NPR reporter or editor may reach out to you for an upcoming story.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
1 May 2025
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The actor has long been an outspoken advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and particularly transgender women.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Beyond her pioneering achievements behind the wheel, Levitt was also an inventor, a royal driving instructor, a suffragette and an outspoken writer.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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And, to be honest, her description of the breakup at that time sounded a lot more amicable than it’s been sounding lately.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2025
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But only if leaders have the appetite for that kind of honest data.—
Aparna Rae,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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In coming months, the hospital’s electronic medical records will be integrated into the Duke Health system, providing patients more access to Duke specialty care, officials said.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2025
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Another system is moving out of the Rockies and into the Plains in coming days, Chenard said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Jakes Roberts has long carved her own path, leading her own congregations in Los Angeles and Denver, authoring bestsellers, and inspiring a new generation with her candid, compassionate style.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Apr. 2025
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ERGs by definition are a place for candid conversations, where differences are celebrated and embraced.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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On the surface, this was a straightforward inquiry.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Overall, this is straightforward, with a finish that is a touch light Enjoy over the next 2-4 years.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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While Meta says it’s made progress in embedding AI across its apps — to support content recommendations, moderation, and ad targeting — the company’s focus will need to be on direct monetization.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
29 Apr. 2025
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Other prominent Democrats and former officials in the Biden administration have also faced direct threats and actions from the Trump administration.—
Tom Dreisbach,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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Speaking to the media at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on Monday night, Nadal was frank about his time away from the courts.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Prosecutor Anthony was frank with jurors, telling them that the state would not produce a murder weapon or the exact location where Selonia was stabbed.—
Vladimir Duthiers, Paul LaRosa,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Forthcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forthcoming. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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