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ONCOMING

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Oncoming.

How to pronounce oncoming:

US

Oncoming - as a noun

The beginning or early stages

Example: "The onset of pneumonia"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
onset

Oncoming - as an adjective satellite

Moving toward one

Oncoming - as a verb

To arrive; come to; come on.

Oncoming - as an adjective

Approaching; coming closer

Example: "Look carefully before pulling out into oncoming traffic."

Example Sentences

"I saw an oncoming car and quickly swerved out of its way."
"The pedestrian jumped back onto the sidewalk to avoid the oncoming bicyclist."
"The oncoming storm brought heavy rain and strong winds."
"He braced himself for the impact of the oncoming wave."
"The runner dodged the oncoming obstacles in the race."
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Word Game Points

Is ONCOMING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oncoming is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ONCOMING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ONCOMING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oncoming is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ONCOMING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is ONCOMING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oncoming is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ONCOMING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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