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offing

[aw-fing, of-ing] / ˈɔ fɪŋ, ˈɒf ɪŋ /








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Nvidia shares were buoyed Wednesday by optimism that chief executive Jensen Huang’s last-minute inclusion in the U.S trade delegation to Beijing could indicate an important announcement in the offing.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

He promised that a “much better deal” was in the offing.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

And if rumors are to be believed, more firings could be in the offing.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

Turns out there never had been a part in the offing.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

He scented a new story in the offing.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke




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