1
as in arrival
the act of coming upon a scene
the endless succession of incomings had us wondering how we would ever find room for everyone
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2
as in revenue
usually incomings plural
an increase usually measured in money that comes from labor, business, or property
the company's incomings from its brick-and-mortar stores, online sales, and Web site advertising
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Recent Examples of incoming
There’s more bills, and there’s more outgoing than incoming.
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Sudiksha Kochi, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
When Lawrence wears it, it's bound to be a trend—sheer and floral resurgence, incoming.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
That gives Texas two incomings at the position to go along with a pair of exits; Melvin Hills III and Lavon Johnson have entered the portal in search of a new home.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
The Galaxy will have some decisions to make on contracts, both outgoing and incoming, but with the prospect of a healthy Riqui Puig, who has missed all of this season after suffering an ACL injury, the Galaxy’s climb back up the Western Conference standings should be expected.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 19 Oct. 2025
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Sudiksha Kochi, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
When Lawrence wears it, it's bound to be a trend—sheer and floral resurgence, incoming.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
That gives Texas two incomings at the position to go along with a pair of exits; Melvin Hills III and Lavon Johnson have entered the portal in search of a new home.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
The Galaxy will have some decisions to make on contracts, both outgoing and incoming, but with the prospect of a healthy Riqui Puig, who has missed all of this season after suffering an ACL injury, the Galaxy’s climb back up the Western Conference standings should be expected.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incoming
Noun
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Before arrival, guests receive a text with check-in details and room codes, and the team is available by call or text throughout the stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Fortunately for me, the staff sensed my weariness—along with some lingering dizziness from the winding drive up—upon arrival.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Like Social Security and Medicare reform and the massive national debt, which is at $38 trillion and counting because Washington refuses to cut spending, despite record amounts of revenue flooding into the Treasury.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Since the advent of TV and radio, public figures have concocted deliberate soundbites to stick out and persuade the public.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Following the advent of transistors, microprocessors, integrated circuits, and memory chips of the 1960s, economists and companies expected these new technologies to disrupt workplaces and result in a surge of productivity.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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And this is exactly what the actress has done in her latest appearance.—
Arancha Gamo,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2026
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Several profit reports from companies helped to lift stocks Wednesday.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Time spent on Instagram The lawsuit alleges that Meta designed its platforms to keep users scrolling and juice profits, a key line of questioning Wednesday.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Mine eyes have see the glory of the coming of the Lord.—
Jim Williams,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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With nearly 30 years gone by, Dern said she's encountered numerous fans who say the episode greatly benefitted them in their own coming-out journeys.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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The Medicaid expansion will allow low-income mothers who make more than the poverty level to remain on the state's Medicaid program for a full year after giving birth, instead of the current two months.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2026
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With a deep pipeline of large-scale shows and ticket demand continuing its ascent, we are positioned for another year of double-digit operating income and AOI growth in 2026.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Incoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incoming. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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