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offing

[aw-fing, of-ing] / ˈɔ fɪŋ, ˈɒf ɪŋ /








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Canada’s announcement came hours after a senior Michigan Republican told Detroit’s WJR radio that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick had informed him a resolution between Washington and Ottawa was in the offing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

But based on the talk around town, Chahal believes a more prosperous future is in the offing.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 14, 2026

He promised that a “much better deal” was in the offing.

From Slate May 1, 2026

And if rumors are to be believed, more firings could be in the offing.

From Salon Apr. 23, 2026

It was a sticky moment: Harry knew that she had sensed Ron’s name in the offing.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling




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