next in line for

ADJECTIVE

succeeding/successive

Synonyms

WEAK

alternating consecutive ensuing following after in a row in line next next in order next off next up rotating sequent sequential serial seriate subsequent subsequential succedent successional

Antonyms

WEAK

antecedent antedating preceding previous

Example Sentences

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The selloff rippled out into a swath of other companies, as investors assessed which businesses are next in line for disruption by AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Amazon.com seems to be the next in line for a new multibillion-dollar deal with OpenAI.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 17, 2025

Following the success of the streaming giant’s “Stranger Things” and “Bridgerton” immersive experiences, its hit Korean series “Squid Game” is next in line for the pop-up treatment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2023

Tyler Smith appears to be next in line for that long-term left tackle deal.

From Washington Times • Jun. 9, 2023

As though he was next in line for some sort of inspection.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy

next in line for

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