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as in tomorrow
time that is to come
in the future, there may be medical discoveries that are beyond our fondest dreams
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as in coming
of a time after the present
we must preserve our national parks in all their glory so that future generations can experience the majesty of nature
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Recent Examples of future
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Prediction markets expand well beyond sports as well, with users monetizing their opinions on everything from Bitcoin price changes to crude oil futures.
—Johnny Kampis, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
Conor McGill, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Have a suggestion for a future story?
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The ultimate success of this trade deadline process relies on a hopeful future.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Prediction markets expand well beyond sports as well, with users monetizing their opinions on everything from Bitcoin price changes to crude oil futures.
—Johnny Kampis, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The ordinance could return to the Board of Supervisors for future consideration.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Have a suggestion for a future story?
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for future
Noun
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The list will be published tomorrow.—
Kathleen Saxe,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The fate of hundreds of thousands of Haitian immigrants in the United States hangs in the balance, despite a federal judge’s injunction that stopped their immigration status from expiring.—
Philip Wang,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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Nichetto’s ethos has evolved over time, but his creative vision and fate were sealed almost from birth.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The lack of snowfall will likely put regions in the West at risk of drought conditions and lower water supplies in the coming seasons, Meyer added.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
4 Feb. 2026
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The looming departures add pressure to an industry already contending with 350,000 open positions — a shortfall that’s expected to grow in coming years as the nation ages.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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Established in 2023, the biennial prize is given in recognition of next-gen multidisciplinary artists working at the intersection of art, media, and technology to explore notions of futurity and transformation.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
4 Nov. 2025
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This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Freelancer, however, harkened back to the open concept introduced by Elite, giving players 48 star systems to explore and the freedom to pursue their own destiny as traders, miners, or bounty hunters.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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For many associated with Spurs, the result was cause for relief rather than celebration, ensuring that City (who typically inspire indifference in neutrals) remained in control of their own destiny.—
Dan Kilpatrick,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Had spending simply maintained its previous six-year growth rate of nearly 46%, Newsom would have proposed a $323 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year.—
Wayne Winegarden,
Oc Register,
1 Feb. 2026
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Since the series' massive success, both stars have been making the rounds on a lengthy press tour, late night talk show appearances, a presentation at the Golden Globes and even carrying the Olympic torch for the upcoming Milan games.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Later, her father died in mysterious circumstances.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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This true crime entry is an excellent example of the genre working to understand circumstances underpinning a crime rather than performing a grim recitation.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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However, no military action came during the protests or subsequent crackdown.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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When the compositions aren’t foiled, the chemicals break down the fabric even further, facilitating oxidation and the subsequent development of radiant green coats.—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Future.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/future. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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