Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-the-offing

idiom
/ˈɪn ðə ˈɔfɪŋ/
Definition
About to happen; upcoming or likely to occur soon.
Examples
  • With the championship game in-the-offing, the team is practicing harder than ever.
  • Expectations are high with a new product launch in-the-offing.
Meaning
The phrase ‘in-the-offing’ refers to something that is imminent or expected to happen in the near future, often implying a sense of anticipation.
Synonyms
  • imminent
  • upcoming
  • approaching
  • forthcoming