upcoming

adjective

up·​com·​ing ˈəp-ˌkə-miŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
: happening or appearing soon : forthcoming, approaching
a list of upcoming events
the upcoming election
… snippets of upcoming shows …Mike Hogan
… here to prep for upcoming NBA tryouts.Ric Bucher
Her latest accent, acquired after many hours in a local falafel bar, landed her a leading role in an upcoming feature film …Minna Towbin

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In the upcoming adaptation of the famed Broadway musical, Bailey plays Fiyero, the love interest of Elphaba (Erivo). Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 The upcoming election could test whether the rising influence of smaller parties will drive greater turnout, or if the traditional two-party dominance will persist. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 Risks to this trade: This week brings a lot of uncertainty with the upcoming elections, which could inject volatility into the markets. Nishant Pant, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024 Quested, who self-released the doc last month on Vimeo, says that his film will remain relevant in the upcoming months. Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for upcoming 

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of upcoming was in 1943

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“Upcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upcoming. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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upcoming

adjective
up·​com·​ing ˌəp-ˌkəm-iŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
: coming soon

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