incoming

Example Sentences

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The “seeker” in the missile’s nose—a vital part that allows the interceptor to lock onto incoming missiles and aircraft—comes from a single Boeing factory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But it wasn’t long ago that the Pacific Coast Highway was closed to incoming traffic, and the area around the pier where Zegna hosted the show was inaccessible.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The elder Pulte, Mark’s father and grandfather of the incoming acting intelligence director, poured “tens of millions” into the schools over the years, reportedly.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Mark McTaggart, from INTO, said "too many concerns remain unresolved," while the UTU's Jacquie White said "teachers and school leaders are still facing an incoming academic year which is not promising change or improvement".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The twins came roaring back into the clearing, laughing as they jumped into the body of the plane like there were incoming missiles.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss