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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
Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
As for Sophie’s future as a Huntley, Mbatha-Raw isn’t sure if Sophie would feel comfortable identifying with this dangerous group.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2025
Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
While the console and games will see their prices remain constant, the company is changing the prices for many accessories and has not ruled out future adjustments.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Economic growth, community planning, and open space preservation offer a strong foundation for a vibrant future.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
As for Sophie’s future as a Huntley, Mbatha-Raw isn’t sure if Sophie would feel comfortable identifying with this dangerous group.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
The iPhone 16 is in the sweet spot of being the cheapest and easiest iPhone to repair, while not yet being subject to future tariffs.
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
While the console and games will see their prices remain constant, the company is changing the prices for many accessories and has not ruled out future adjustments.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for future
Noun
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Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Steve Witkoff, the Trump administration’s special envoy to the Middle East, will participate in talks with Iranian negotiators over Tehran’s nuclear program, held tomorrow in Rome.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Their first trial ended in a mistrial, when jurors couldn't agree on their fate.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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As the dust settles on season 1 of the series, the fate of Double K is still up in the air.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Zoom in: Musk, who has wielded significant influence in the Trump administration, may be stepping back in coming months, the president said Thursday.—
Ben Berkowitz,
Axios,
5 Apr. 2025
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In coming months, payroll gains could downshift more dramatically as those far-reaching import taxes push up inflation and dampen consumer spending, analysts say.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 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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On May 25, 2010, Leake made his fateful first trip to the country whose music scene would prove his destiny and his possible ruin.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2025
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Independent Now Alongside her growing institutional recognition, Aya Nakamura has taken full control of her professional destiny.—
Billboard France,
Billboard,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Collins can't help but be excited for her character's upcoming storyline.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Mavs do have a first round draft selection in the upcoming NBA Draft, which will be in the lottery.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Aside from the Signal scandal, Hegseth is scrambling to deal with the fallout from the recent departure of four senior Pentagon appointees under murky circumstances.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Emery has offered extenuating circumstances, but Watkins has not.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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As with any Classic Turbo treatment, the 964-gen donor was stripped down to the chassis, which was then bolstered to accommodate the sum of the subsequent enhancements.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2025
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Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman ascribed the team’s $1 billion bonanza after 2023 and a subsequent spree this past winter as safeguards against the irrationality of acquiring players at the trade deadline.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Future.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/future. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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