figure
noun
a numerical symbol, especially an Arabic numeral.
will be figuring
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future progressiveof figure.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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The hardest part will be figuring out everybody’s schedules.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026
Netflix’s challenge will be figuring out what Zaslav couldn’t once Warner Bros. absorbed Discovery, which is how to best showcase HBO’s distinct offerings.
From Salon ● Dec. 10, 2025
Regardless, of the players who actually suit up for Washington, next season Winger and his staff will be figuring out what players can — and should — be part of the Wizards’ future.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 22, 2023
The focus of this year’s talks, experts said, will be figuring out how nations can follow through on their pledges.
From New York Times ● Nov. 7, 2022
The task will be figuring how to successfully maneuver through what the club already knows awaits them — multiple tournaments mixed in with league play, multiple call-ups, and injuries.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 25, 2022
