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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
James Pearce, New York Times, 26 July 2025
These elements are reflected in the use of subtle curves mimicking the form of the waves; a material palette of light plasters, soothing beige tones, and warm metals; and a contemporary and modern design approach aligned with Dubai’s future.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 25 July 2025
Whether used in birth control, menopause treatment or even future applications like cancer therapy, E4 reflects a broader shift in medicine that prioritizes individual biology over one-size-fits-all solutions.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 25 July 2025
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Noun
Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez were both left out of the squad for the opening friendly of the tour of Asia as uncertainty over their futures continues.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 26 July 2025
These elements are reflected in the use of subtle curves mimicking the form of the waves; a material palette of light plasters, soothing beige tones, and warm metals; and a contemporary and modern design approach aligned with Dubai’s future.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Adjective
Judge Annette Berry issued a temporary restraining order on July 22 — a move Conrad Mallett, corporation counsel for the city of Detroit, said means tenants should pay future rent, starting in August, into an escrow account to protect themselves from eviction.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 25 July 2025
Whether used in birth control, menopause treatment or even future applications like cancer therapy, E4 reflects a broader shift in medicine that prioritizes individual biology over one-size-fits-all solutions.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for future
Noun
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The writers don’t get paid upfront or receive a per diem — a major point of contention in the community — and work on contingency, hoping to secure a spot on tomorrow’s biggest song.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
24 July 2025
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Preserve tribal knowledge now or risk turbulence tomorrow.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Lawmakers have blown past the July 1 deadline to pass a budget for the fiscal year that begins Oct. 1, creating uncertainty about the fate of state support for CVI.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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Is that going to be baby Franklin's fate in the MCU?—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Beside a residency at the LVCC, additional satellite venues are being finalized and will be named over coming months, as HallowScreamCon seeks to grow into a citywide takeover each October.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
24 July 2025
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The Little Hoover Commission will compile its findings, and share its recommendations on how to grapple with it all, in coming months.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
21 July 2025
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Centrally, by having a coltan miner as the protagonist, the film links futurity with materiality and labor.—
Ruby Thélot,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2024
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As resulting initiatives like Spelman’s and HBCUs Outside become more commonplace, there can be a signal to a new generation of young Black people that the intersection of environmentalism and cultural resilience are imperatives of Black futurity.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Suddenly destinies ceased to be a matter of personal control.—
Celia Bell
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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There's some divine destiny, fate, something going on that brings them together.—
Maureen Lee Lenker Published,
EW.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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The school plans to kick off the upcoming high school football season with the new seating, which replaced crumbling concrete bleachers that were estimated at roughly 50 years old.—
Katie Nixon,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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There’s quality in Lammens’ technique but perhaps not at the level to immediately take over as United’s No 1 for the upcoming season if he is signed this summer.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Noun
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The theatrical paradigm is slowed, extended and occasionally reversed by the circumstance.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Oster said the sentence justified the circumstances of the killing as well as the evidence presented during the trial.—
Hailey Roden,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Police in Scotland are making significant preparations in anticipation of the President’s visit and the subsequent protests set to take place.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
21 July 2025
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The Duggars' journey began with their wedding on July 21, 1984, and the subsequent birth of their first child, Joshua Duggar, in 1988.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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“Future.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/future. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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