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about to

ADJECTIVE
not quite
Synonyms
WEAK
almost at the point of fixing to intending on the verge of ready set willing to
PREPOSITION
not quite
Synonyms
WEAK
almost at the point of fixing to intending on the verge of ready set willing to

Example Sentences

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They see themselves at the cutting edge of a trend that is about to sweep the game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

When she couldn't control what she was eating, Kildunne would exercise to compensate, nipping out for runs to 'earn' the meal friends were about to serve her.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

However, on this evidence, there is little to suggest Newcastle are about to finally go on a run and qualify for Europe.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

“We’re about to create general super intelligence and that threatens humanity as a whole,” Yampolskiy said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

I’m about to reply when Bubbe suddenly pats my arm.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler