upcoming
Americanadjective
adjective
Usage
What does upcoming mean? Upcoming is used to describe something that is scheduled or expected to happen or to be presented or released in the near future. A close synonym is forthcoming.Upcoming is most often used to describe events that will happen soon, like a wedding or an election, or things that will be released soon, such as an album, movie, or new product.The term typically implies that the event will happen or the thing will arrive relatively soon, such as within a few weeks or months or within a year or so. The farther away something is, the less likely you’d be to describe it as upcoming. You also probably wouldn’t use the word for something happening tomorrow.Upcoming should not be confused with the similar-sounding term up-and-coming, which means successful and likely to become more successful.Example: There is a lot of buzz around the up-and-coming band’s upcoming album that will be released in the spring.
Etymology
Origin of upcoming
Example Sentences
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The family of Brendan Ingle have shared their pride over the late boxing trainer being portrayed by a Hollywood icon in an upcoming film.
From BBC
The concern over his back was highlighted by him then missing the last two Tests and doubts over his participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
From BBC
In recent years, he turned his focus back to stand-up comedy and is promoting an upcoming project set for Jan. 28.
From Los Angeles Times
During his opening remarks, Astin also acknowledged last year’s devastating wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles as well as the union’s upcoming negotiations with Hollywood studios.
From Los Angeles Times
Meow Wolf likes to say that its upcoming Los Angeles exhibition is focused on the art of storytelling — why it matters, what it means and how stories transform.
From Los Angeles Times
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