oncoming

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An investigation revealed the Cruze’s driver, Armando Ortiz Mendoza, 26, crossed over the double yellow line into oncoming traffic and caused the crash, according to the release.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Lee believes the sector is being underestimated by many in terms of how it can cope with the oncoming artificial-intelligence threat.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

It is possible that weakened whales are less able to avoid oncoming ships.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

"I am worried about the glare from oncoming lights," she says.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

The high parts of the reflected waves would meet the high parts of the oncoming waves and make them even higher.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones