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.
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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
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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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for futurity
Noun
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Stretching your perspective builds a reliable path to an enlightened future.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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An unpredictable future Much depends on how long the war with Iran lasts.—
David McHugh,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Think of the weatherman telling you there's 100 percent chance of rain tomorrow.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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New resources coming in and healing old issues are both possible, but wait until tomorrow or after to pour out your heart.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Futurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futurity. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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