coming

[kuhm-ing] / ˈkʌm ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

approaching, promising

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipated expected forthcoming impending subsequent

STRONG

advancing aspiring close converging deserving docking due fated foreseen future instant marked near nearing oncoming ordained predestined preparing progressing pursuing

WEAK

about to happen almost on one at hand certain drawing near en route eventual gaining upon getting near immediate imminent in prospect in store in the offing in the wind in view next nigh prospective running after to-be up-and-coming

Antonyms

STRONGEST

distant

STRONG

away far gone past

NOUN

arrival

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advent

STRONG

accession approach landing reception

Antonyms

WEAK

departing departure exit going leaving

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The significance of the victory was clear for all to see as a tearful Jones celebrated her achievement with her parents after coming through one of the most challenging periods of her career.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The deal that was coming together over the weekend would extend the current cease-fire while the two sides reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin talks on Iran’s nuclear program.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Pack up the car and get ready for temperatures in the upper 80s this coming weekend in Clovis and Fresno, where CIF state championships will be held in track and field and boys’ volleyball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

"The era in which a terrorist group held an entire nation hostage is coming to an end."

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

Little Britches’s breath was still coming in sobs.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

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