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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
Anya Armentrout, Twin Cities, 19 June 2026
Speech says the holiday serves as an important reminder of both the nation's history and its future.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
Have a suggestion for a future story?
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
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Noun
This remodel seeks not only to improve course conditions, but also to invest in a sustainable future for the greens that serve a wider market.
—Anya Armentrout, Twin Cities, 19 June 2026
Speech says the holiday serves as an important reminder of both the nation's history and its future.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Adjective
Will any future treatment be food, supplements or medication?
—Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
Have a suggestion for a future story?
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for future
Noun
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Power of compounding, $1 today is worth more than $1 tomorrow.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
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Prime Day kicks off tomorrow, but there are some excellent deals already out there on some of our favorite gear, such as this DJI Neo drone, which is $30 off.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
22 June 2026
Noun
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During the draft lottery, there was a tense moment in the room when the fourth pick was being drawn, as Indiana’s fate was about to be revealed.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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The deal set out expectations for the next phase of negotiations, which will confront more complex topics, including the fate of Iran's nuclear program.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Adjective
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Gibbons, meanwhile, pointed to vertical-format storytelling as a trend that could reshape audience behavior in the coming years.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Additional announcements regarding partnerships, licensing initiatives, and international expansion plans are expected in the coming months, the company said.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
17 June 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
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Now, the latest Knicks legend in the Brunson family is helping chart a new destiny for the team.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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Indeed, the belief that America’s destiny is larger than a troubled present assists the evasion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Add this versatile heel to your collection for upcoming weddings, brunches with friends, or to simply zhuzh up a classic jeans-and-tee outfit like Swift’s.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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The upcoming residency this November will feature the team from Hakuba, the two-star kaiseki restaurant in Paris.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
21 June 2026
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If circumstances had gone Spain’s way with more clinical finishing or a Cape Verde defender making a mistake, then the result would have been different and a lot of the chatter currently happening (including here) would likely not be happening.—
Patrick Sung Cuadrado,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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In an update on the fundraising page, Vlad said that the family is currently attempting to get answers from local Albanian authorities related to the circumstances surrounding the accident.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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The supernatural energy keeps escalating with each subsequent episode, eventually delving into the island’s early history and the town’s founding by one Richard Warren (Hamish Linklater).—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
21 June 2026
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In subsequent weeks, Gomez posted a few more magical BFF moments from the wedding, including a pre-wedding toast and a dance floor shot.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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“Future.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/future. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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