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is heading

  • present progressive
    of head (3rd person singular).
    head
    noun
    the upper part of the body in humans, joined to the torso by the neck and containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.

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A motion to call one will not be submitted until they are certain they have the required numbers, but that could be where this dramatic story is heading next.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

Bhatia, the son-in-law of India steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, is heading a consortium interested in buying into the 20-time English champions.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

After 120 minutes of action, you’re tied up against our made-up team and the match is heading to penalties.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

As CNN prepares for change under a new owner, the network’s chief legal affairs correspondent Paula Reid is heading for the exit and expected to jump to MS NOW.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

Then, because Dr. Newman is heading our way, I hurry off to class.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina