Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not-too-distant-future
phrase
nɒt tuː ˈdɪstənt ˈfjuːtʃər

Definition
The period of time that is expected to happen relatively soon, but not immediately.

Examples
- In the not-too-distant-future, we may see advancements in renewable energy.
- The not-too-distant-future could bring breakthroughs in technology that we’ll hardly recognize.
- Books often portray a world in the not-too-distant-future where robots and humans coexist.

Meaning
This phrase refers to events or changes that are anticipated to occur within the upcoming years, rather than far into the future.

Synonyms
- near future
- imminent future
- short-term future