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as in approaching
being soon to appear or take place
a listing of the coming attractions
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2
as in next
being the one that comes immediately after another
in the coming year
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as in future
of a time after the present
over the coming weeks we'll be adding to the staff
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as in arrival
the act of coming upon a scene
the coming of the children meant we could finally get the party started
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as in entering
to move closer to
come here and sit by the fire
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as in arriving
to get to a destination
when do you think they'll come?
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as in becoming
to eventually have as a state or quality
your dreams can come true
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as in happening
to take place
whatever may come we'll always be together
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as in progressing
to move forward along a course
how is the remodeling job coming?
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Recent Examples of coming
Sean Conlon, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
The source familiar with agency decision-making said some state regulators are likely to take the lead on the issue in coming months, with Colorado and New York recently enacting curbs on medical debt reporting.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC News, 2 Dec. 2024
Robert E. Kelly, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024
The opening of the Holy Door at the basilica officially kicked off the Jubilee year, a church tradition dating to 1300 that nowadays occurs every 25 years and involves the faithful coming to Rome on pilgrimages.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Among the highlights for the coming year is the Long March 8A rocket, a variant of the existing Long March 8, but with a larger, more powerful second stage, boosting payload capacity to a 700-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit from 5,000 kilograms to 7,000 kg.
—Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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Several stocks that have underperformed in 2024 may be poised for substantial gains in coming months, according to Goldman Sachs.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
The source familiar with agency decision-making said some state regulators are likely to take the lead on the issue in coming months, with Colorado and New York recently enacting curbs on medical debt reporting.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC News, 2 Dec. 2024
Noun
The coming of a second Trump presidency exacerbates South Korea’s anxiety.
—Robert E. Kelly, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024
The opening of the Holy Door at the basilica officially kicked off the Jubilee year, a church tradition dating to 1300 that nowadays occurs every 25 years and involves the faithful coming to Rome on pilgrimages.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
Here's what to know about the dry weather metro Phoenix has seen in the past months, including when the last rain fell and what to expect in the coming days.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Among the highlights for the coming year is the Long March 8A rocket, a variant of the existing Long March 8, but with a larger, more powerful second stage, boosting payload capacity to a 700-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit from 5,000 kilograms to 7,000 kg.
—Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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The package includes $48.7 million allocated for the next fiscal year, targeting film exports, video game startups, grassroots music venues, and creative enterprises outside London.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Jan. 2025
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It is expected to have similar performance to the Polestar 5, and a version called the LA Concept edition has already sold out, with a standard version due to follow when production begins next year.Alistair Charlton, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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The wildlife park is considering future steps for the red panda exhibit.Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
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Commenters online were just as moved, with many encouraging the newlyweds to play the video at Evie's future wedding.Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
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The festival coincides with the arrival of the new extra virgin olive oil during olive pressing.Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Friday’s letter reiterates an earlier claim made by Jingle through Will Gregory PR, attributing Jingle’s evident bankruptcy to a shipping delay in the arrival of a portable ice skating rink.Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2025
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The data suggested that the toxic chemicals, made by 3M, were fast becoming ubiquitous in the environment.Hiroko Tabuchi, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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Could Carson Wentz still lead them to a victory in Denver, becoming a hero for teams chasing the Broncos?Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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My brother, Alan, saw what was happening.Angela Andaloro, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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As far as journalism goes, or news, or democracy, looking at what's happening with the TikTok case is an epic story that is getting missed because so many people have a bias against TikTok.Eric Deggans, NPR, 4 Jan. 2025
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The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.Stuart James, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Watch the trailer above and see details of the upcoming series below. PREVIOUS, Oct. 24: Apple TV+ has set January 22 for the premiere of conspiracy thriller series Prime Target starring White Lotus and One Day breakout Leo Woodall and Black Adam‘s Quintessa Swindell.Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Democratic senator Elizabeth Warren suggested that his comments were designed to shift the spotlight away from his controversial cabinet selections and their upcoming confirmation hearings.John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Rockets are entering one of the trickiest parts of any rebuild.Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Friction should act as a safeguard, especially when choices have long-term implications, such as entering into debt, making a large investment, or choosing financial protection products.Alex Kreger, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Coming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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