upcoming

adjective

up·​com·​ing ˈəp-ˌkə-miŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
Synonyms of upcoming
: happening or appearing soon : forthcoming, approaching
a list of upcoming events
the upcoming election
… snippets of upcoming shows …—Mike Hogan
… here to prep for upcoming NBA tryouts.—Ric Bucher
Her latest accent, acquired after many hours in a local falafel bar, landed her a leading role in an upcoming feature film …—Minna Towbin

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Upcoming events are posted on our website.
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Espada can, and does, prepare every player on his roster for their upcoming schedule. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 But any final result — whether before or after the upcoming fall elections — would hinge on the court’s six conservative justices, who have not yet considered the president’s policy on its merits. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Visitors with upcoming river trips are advised to contact their respective outfitter or NPS River Permits. — Eve Chen, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 The upcoming holidays will test AI's practical advantage in navigating uncertainty and building resilient retail businesses. — Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for upcoming

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of upcoming was in 1943

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“Upcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upcoming. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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upcoming

adjective
up·​com·​ing ˌəp-ˌkəm-iŋ How to pronounce upcoming (audio)
: coming soon
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