in the near future

Idioms

Very soon, within a short time. For example, We'll be needing a new car in the near future. This term employs near in the sense of “close at hand,” a usage dating from about 1300. Also see at hand, def. 2.

Example Sentences

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Whatever the prevailing mood, there seems little prospect of another referendum in the near future.

From BBC

But Cohen said that it’s quite likely that in the near future, it will be possible to feed his research into a generative AI model and ask about the predictability of a particular fund’s trades.

From Barron's

Cahill said his company sees a “phenomenal opportunity” for Ayar Labs to pursue an initial public offering in the near future.

From The Wall Street Journal

Still, even a partial or temporary closure could lead to higher oil and gasoline prices in the near future — with implications for the Federal Reserve.

From MarketWatch

Temperatures will, nonetheless, remain unseasonably warm into early next week, and there is no chance of rain in the near future.

From Los Angeles Times

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