oncoming
Example Sentences
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Leslie Goldman, who lives near Studebaker and Stearns, said large piles of dirt — at times higher than cars — have blocked residents from crossing the street or seeing oncoming traffic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Running away from oncoming rushers, Guess threw the ball back against his body — something most coaches advise against — and found heavily recruited senior wideout Gavin Honore at the one-yard line.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026
The light faded quickly and batting became about surviving to the oncoming close.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
In August, a Zoox vehicle pulled partially into oncoming traffic while making a right turn, leading the company to issue a software update to correct the issue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 30, 2026
Bill, Charlie, and Percy were already sprinting away toward the oncoming marchers; Mr. Weasley tore after them.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
