up-and-coming — likely to be successful or famous in the future; rising in importance or prominence
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: likely to be successful or famous in the future; rising in importance or prominence
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌp ənd ˈkʌmɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- That up-and-coming chef just opened a restaurant that already has a three-month waiting list!
- The up-and-coming tech startup attracted investors with their innovative app.
- My neighbor thinks he's an up-and-coming influencer, but he only has 12 followers on Instagram.
up-and-coming
ADJECTIVE[/ˌʌp ənd ˈkʌmɪŋ/]
likely to be successful or famous in the future; rising in importance or prominence

likely to be successful or famous in the future; rising in importance or prominence

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“That up-and-coming chef just opened a restaurant that already has a three-month waiting list!”
“The up-and-coming tech startup attracted investors with their innovative app.”
“My neighbor thinks he's an up-and-coming influencer, but he only has 12 followers on Instagram.”
“This up-and-coming district is becoming popular among young professionals.”
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