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incoming

[in-kuhm-ing] / ˈɪnˌkʌm ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
arriving
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ADJECTIVE
succeeding
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The elder Pulte, Mark’s father and grandfather of the incoming acting intelligence director, poured “tens of millions” into the schools over the years, reportedly.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The “seeker” in the missile’s nose—a vital part that allows the interceptor to lock onto incoming missiles and aircraft—comes from a single Boeing factory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“We have been fielding incoming investor debates around fears from third party credit card data into results and which should amplify today’s strong results,” Siegel wrote.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Mark McTaggart, from INTO, said "too many concerns remain unresolved," while the UTU's Jacquie White said "teachers and school leaders are still facing an incoming academic year which is not promising change or improvement".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Rivers and inlets from the sea provide an easy route for incoming waves, carrying tsunamis much farther inland than they could otherwise travel.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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