float
verb (used without object)
to rest or remain on the surface of a liquid; be buoyant.
will be floating
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future progressiveof float.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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Martin contends that the fact that wind turbines will be floating, rather than fixed to the sea floor, will reduce the long-term effects.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 19, 2022
Mr. Martin contends that the fact that wind turbines will be floating, rather than fixed to the sea floor, will reduce the long-term effects.
From New York Times ● Jul. 19, 2022
Because the waters are much deeper, turbines off California will be floating instead of fixed to the ocean floor.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2022
A video announcing the game shows people discovering creatures in urban and rural settings, though it’s unclear just how many Pokémon will be floating about the Earth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2015
"Mark my words," said one, "the British flag will be floating over this town within ninety days!" and he went on whittling the back of his chair.
From The Grandissimes by George Washington Cable
