1
as in approaching
being soon to appear or take place
a listing of the coming attractions
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2
as in next
being the one that comes immediately after another
in the coming year
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3
as in future
of a time after the present
over the coming weeks we'll be adding to the staff
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as in arrival
the act of coming upon a scene
the coming of the children meant we could finally get the party started
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as in entering
to move closer to
come here and sit by the fire
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as in arriving
to get to a destination
when do you think they'll come?
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3
as in becoming
to eventually have as a state or quality
your dreams can come true
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as in happening
to take place
whatever may come we'll always be together
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as in progressing
to move forward along a course
how is the remodeling job coming?
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Recent Examples of coming
Evan Drellich, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
But, perhaps more importantly, the promenade is expected to serve as a model for how San Diego can create community gathering spaces amid the high-rise buildings expected in many neighborhoods in coming years.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
Trump’s second coming will clearly be different from the first.
—Ivan Krastev, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Among the highlights for the coming year is the Long March 8A rocket, a variant of the existing Long March 8, but with a larger, more powerful second stage, boosting payload capacity to a 700-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit from 5,000 kilograms to 7,000 kg.
—Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
In coming years, Manfred wants the sport to sell more national packages that would include games from all 30 teams.
—Evan Drellich, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
But, perhaps more importantly, the promenade is expected to serve as a model for how San Diego can create community gathering spaces amid the high-rise buildings expected in many neighborhoods in coming years.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Noun
Marking Talati’s debut feature, Girls Will Be Girls revolves around Mira (Panigrahi), a 16-year-old coming of age in the Himalayan foothills whose rebellious awakening is intertwined with her mother’s (Kani Kusruti) unfulfilled coming-of-age experiences.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
Trump’s second coming will clearly be different from the first.
—Ivan Krastev, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
Here's what to know about the dry weather metro Phoenix has seen in the past months, including when the last rain fell and what to expect in the coming days.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Among the highlights for the coming year is the Long March 8A rocket, a variant of the existing Long March 8, but with a larger, more powerful second stage, boosting payload capacity to a 700-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit from 5,000 kilograms to 7,000 kg.
—Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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When the Dodgers were pushed to the brink of elimination, down 2-1 in the NL Division Series to the San Diego Padres, Roberts managed a bullpen game, sparking a run of 24 consecutive scoreless innings that extended into the next round.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
7 Mar. 2025
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And the parties hoping to form Germany’s next government agreed to overhaul borrowing rules to inject more money into the military, although this must still be approved by parliament.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
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While a student at Irvington High School, the younger Mr. Slowinski met his future wife, Val Jean Sytko.—
Jacques Kelly,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2025
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In the event of a deal, Starmer said Europe will continue to help Ukraine militarily to deter any future military action by Russia.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Upon arrival, officers met with the victim located a few doors down.—
Elainie Barraza,
Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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Upon arrival, the rear bench expands into a cozy daybed after the seat backs swing to the sides.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The data suggested that the toxic chemicals, made by 3M, were fast becoming ubiquitous in the environment.—
Hiroko Tabuchi,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
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Could Carson Wentz still lead them to a victory in Denver, becoming a hero for teams chasing the Broncos?—
Paul Dehner Jr.,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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My brother, Alan, saw what was happening.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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As far as journalism goes, or news, or democracy, looking at what's happening with the TikTok case is an epic story that is getting missed because so many people have a bias against TikTok.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
4 Jan. 2025
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The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.—
Stuart James,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The good news is that the upcoming second-year quarterback now has another star receiver to throw the ball to.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Relief could come soon, however, as legislators debate bills aimed at easing the burden in the upcoming legislative session that begins March 4.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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The Rockets are entering one of the trickiest parts of any rebuild.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Friction should act as a safeguard, especially when choices have long-term implications, such as entering into debt, making a large investment, or choosing financial protection products.—
Alex Kreger,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Coming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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