upcoming

Definition

Happening or appearing in the relatively near future.

Etymology

From up + coming.

Example Sentences

• "We are ready for whatever is upcoming."
• "The Federal budget lays out government spending for the upcoming budget year."
• "Federal transportation officials once heralded road diets for cutting crashes by 19% to 47%, but criteria for an upcoming round of road safety grants say projects aimed at “reducing lane capacity” should be considered “less favorably,” the administration said."

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