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forthcoming

[fawrth-kuhm-ing, fohrth-] / ˈfɔrθˈkʌm ɪŋ, ˈfoʊrθ- /
ADJECTIVE
expected, imminent
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anticipated approaching awaited coming impending upcoming
WEAK
accessible at hand available destined fated future in evidence in preparation in prospect in store in the cards in the wind inescapable inevitable nearing obtainable on tap oncoming open pending predestined prospective ready resulting
Antonyms
STRONGEST
remote
WEAK
bygone distant gone past

Example Sentences

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Some investors speculate about forthcoming entrants ahead of the official announcement and buy up shares, on the expectation that they could rise if a company is named to the index.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The collection taps into the animal spirit, including celestial medallions, saber-teeth, horns, claws and symbolic engravings, in line with Aiko’s forthcoming album, “West$ide Whim$y.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The company reportedly has delayed the release of its forthcoming AI model until May after it failed to perform as well as similar products from competitors.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“The administration needs to be more forthcoming when they send folks over here,” he vented to reporters.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

"Timett, do you suppose our friend will be more forthcoming without those whiskers to hide behind?"

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin