forthcoming

adjective

fȯrth-ˈkə-miŋ How to pronounce forthcoming (audio)
Definition of forthcomingnext
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 Otherwise, Bridge — and any forthcoming program of the sort — risks becoming less a pathway to better care than another obstacle along the way, and another reason for physicians and patients alike to sigh. — Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026 Listen to our forthcoming episode There's plenty more in the game. — Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 11 Aug. 2026 But the book that got the most buzz this weekend is the forthcoming novel from MacKenzie Scott, the billionaire philanthropist who was formerly married to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. — Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026 Guests for Obama’s forthcoming podcast will be announced at a later date, per the release. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forthcoming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forthcoming
  1. upcoming
  2. outspoken
  3. approaching
  4. honest
  5. coming
  6. candid
  7. straightforward
  8. direct
Adjective
  • The San Antonio Spurs’ schedule for the upcoming season includes games in France and England, with a league-high 34 appearances on national TV.
    — Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The musician gave an update on her upcoming album — and opened up about a startling 2019 health scare.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of upcoming
Adjective
  • Kloss is an outspoken advocate for reproductive rights and other progressive causes.
    — Greg Beacham, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In a Republican primary, where candidates typically run to the right, voters may opt for the candidate that has the most outspoken track record.
    — Jack Harvel August 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of outspoken
Adjective
  • Fall is fast approaching, but the Red Sox look like their spring selves again in the worst way.
    — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 12 Aug. 2026
  • While the deadline is fast approaching, Montour keeps working away.
    — Christine Haughney Dare-Bryan, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of approaching
Adjective
  • To be honest, that's probably the best-case scenario for the casual fans that this sort of fight draws.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Its quincunx to Saturn in your 2nd House of Resources may ask you to be honest about time, money, energy, or self-worth.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of honest
Adjective
  • And experts think such incidents could become increasingly common in the coming years, as exploration of the moon intensifies.
    — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Bank of America, for example, is still calling for three rate increases in coming months.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of coming
Adjective
  • Over the years, Tallulah has continued to be candid about her self-image, including her decision to have her fillers dissolved.
    — Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Continue reading … TURNING HEADS – John Goodman spotted nearly unrecognizable in candid grocery store snapshot.
    — , FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of candid
Adjective
  • For any brand looking to steady its input costs and protect its production lines from geopolitical shocks, the case is straightforward.
    — Rob Kaplan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Paramount is seeking a bond based on the straightforward calculation of the maximum potential ticking consideration and financing costs from this litigation.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • Unveiled amid the high-octane glamour and pristine lawns of the Monterey Car Week in California, the Lucid Gravity GT-S is a direct assault on the most lucrative auto segment in North America.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Unlike countries like Morocco, Egypt and China, Kenya provides limited direct subsidies to cushion electricity prices.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of direct

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