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oncoming

[on-kuhm-ing, awn-] / ˈɒnˌkʌm ɪŋ, ˈɔn- /


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Bankhardt told a police officer he would be "coming home", but shortly after 20:30 BST he collided with oncoming traffic.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

A preliminary investigation found the driver of an Infiniti G35 veered into oncoming traffic on Mount Emma Road in Littlerock, near Palmdale.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

The mostly smooth ride was only interrupted when an oncoming vehicle veered into the wrong lane, forcing the car to stop suddenly.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Lee believes the sector is being underestimated by many in terms of how it can cope with the oncoming artificial-intelligence threat.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The oncoming engine hit the trestle, whistle screaming WHOO-WHOO-WHOO.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns




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