on the horizon
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: coming in the near future
Scientists believe that a major breakthrough is on the horizon.
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Given all of this, alternative modes of transportation will be tempting for some, but driving is an unappealing prospect, especially given toll hikes are on the horizon.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Chief Justice John Roberts said Wednesday that the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system, with pivotal Supreme Court decisions on the horizon.
—CBS News, 1 Jan. 2026
Christmas lights are one of the first signs that a new holiday season is on the horizon.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
More reductions to the federal workforce also appear to be on the horizon this year.
—Connor Greene, Time, 1 Jan. 2026
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Chief Justice John Roberts said Wednesday that the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system, with pivotal Supreme Court decisions on the horizon.
—CBS News, 1 Jan. 2026
Christmas lights are one of the first signs that a new holiday season is on the horizon.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
More reductions to the federal workforce also appear to be on the horizon this year.
—Connor Greene, Time, 1 Jan. 2026
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“On the horizon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20horizon. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.
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