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incoming

[in-kuhm-ing] / ˈɪnˌkʌm ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
arriving
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ADJECTIVE
succeeding
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Describing the former Greater Manchester Mayor as the "incoming prime minister", the paper says he will set out "his stall to boost economy through devolution".

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Financial markets can be funny about ‘bad news’, often using it as a reason to bid up assets as a central narrative is tested by incoming data.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

Still, while many of these incoming rookies will make millions regardless of where they are selected in the draft, dropping even a few spots can drastically alter their financial futures.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

“As reliability has strengthened, more shippers are increasingly viewing intermodal as a viable, cost-effective complement to over-the-road freight,” said Jim Filter, the company’s incoming president and chief executive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

“And how did…?” In slow motion, she brings it toward my face as she makes a whistling noise like an incoming missile.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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