define
verb (used with object)
to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.).
will be defining
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future progressiveof define.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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And if his first two years were a crucible, the next will be defining, as he’ll face mounting challenges while hoping Bezos doesn’t pull an Iger.
From Slate ● Jun. 18, 2023
“The issues he’ll work on, if confirmed, will be defining domestic issues in 2018,” Mr. Wyden said.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 9, 2018
If they do not stand up to this trend, they will be defining lunacy down.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 13, 2017
In these final days of negotiating a deal, the challenge for the Americans and the Iranians will be defining precisely the difference between “complete” and “everything.”
From The New Yorker ● Jun. 22, 2015
With the new City locations, the trick will be defining what Target means in an undefined space.
From BusinessWeek ● May 31, 2012
