offing
Example Sentences
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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
Sovereign-bond yields, including Canada’s, have climbed as traders anticipate that higher inflation is in the offing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
Knowing that an indictment was in the offing, Heppner had consulted Claude for help on a defense strategy.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026
But maybe she had reason—maybe another clergyman was in the offing.
From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes
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"The Odyssey," Vocabulary from Part 1 of the epic poem
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