# in the future

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/in-the-future
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

A time that has not happened yet; any time after the present moment.

## Examples

- I will learn to drive in the future.
- We plan to buy a larger house in the future when we have more money saved.
- While the current technology is limited, experts believe that in the future, we will see significant advancements in artificial intelligence.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.