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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  • But now there’s money on the line, and Adam can imagine a future for himself across the country and a chance to start again — something Charles, tethered so much to this land, simply can’t do.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Questions themselves can determine which possible futures become visible, comparable, and actionable.
    — Simon Denny, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
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  • Still some lingering light rain and breezy conditions across parts of the Northeast for tomorrow morning, but not a washout for most.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Today's regional conflict must not become tomorrow's world disaster.
    — Scott Simon, NPR, 26 Sep. 2026

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“Futurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futurity. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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