Definition of futuritynext
as in future
time that is to come we can scarcely imagine what observers in some remote futurity will think of civilization as it existed at the dawn of the 21st century

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Recent Examples of futurity 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 This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity. JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025 Scott’s work as a designer and consultant has positioned her as an expert and resource on Caribbean artisanal craft, vast technical knowledge, and the futurity of contemporary dress. Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 2 Sep. 2025 Next October his first set of quarter horses are set to go into futurity, a competition which offers staggering prize money to winners. Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 19 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for futurity
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Noun
  • Graduating seniors are often asked to envision their futures.
    Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Nelson believes trials like this one are just the beginning of the future of regenerative medicine — and of a future where doctors will be able to repair brain damage.
    Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
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  • The question, as England prepare to fly to Atlanta today (Tuesday) for tomorrow’s semi-final against Argentina, is how much this actually matters?
    Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • All eyes will now turn to Atlanta tomorrow as defending champion Argentina takes on England.
    Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 14 July 2026

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“Futurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futurity. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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