the future
noun
1
: the events that will happen after the present time
It's impossible to predict the future.
2
grammar
: a verb tense that is used to refer to the future : future tense
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Club personnel other than him need to be willing to face questions and explain the blueprint for the future.
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Carl Anka, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Lack of alignment on cultural elements—like corporate values, vision for the future, the attitudes and behaviors that drive outcomes—can derail even the most promising acquisition.
—Steve Swinney, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
In the future, the plan is to connect the neighborhood’s drainage system to the park, providing extra capacity during heavy rains.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Here's what to know about the future of the One Chicago franchise.
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 22 May 2025
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Carl Anka, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Lack of alignment on cultural elements—like corporate values, vision for the future, the attitudes and behaviors that drive outcomes—can derail even the most promising acquisition.
—Steve Swinney, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
In the future, the plan is to connect the neighborhood’s drainage system to the park, providing extra capacity during heavy rains.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Here's what to know about the future of the One Chicago franchise.
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 22 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for the future
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“The future.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20future. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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