in the future

The phrase "in the future" is used to indicate events or actions that will happen at a later time or to suggest a change in behavior starting now.

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Definition

A2General

At a time that is yet to come.

Example

  • We hope to travel more in the future.
  • In the future, technology will continue to advance rapidly.

B1Behavioral

(American English)Starting from now or from this point onward.

Example

  • Please be more careful in the future.
  • In the future, let's meet here at 9 AM.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in the future":

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