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
High on the list of corrections for Rivera and Co. will be figuring out how to help Howell.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 24, 2023
SMU’s Mordecai has already declared his intention to enter the NFL draft, so the Mustangs’ big question during spring ball will be figuring out the quarterback situation, as well.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 17, 2022
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
