جستجو
on the horizon
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used for saying that probably something will happen or will be done in a short time
What is the origin of the idiom "on the horizon" and when to use it?
The idiom "on the horizon" can be traced back to the 17th century and has its origins in maritime navigation. Sailors used the horizon, where the sky meets the Earth, as a reference point. It later gained a metaphorical meaning for future events or developments that are expected soon. It is commonly used when discussing future trends, advancements, or significant developments in various fields such as technology, science, business, or social matters.
مثال
She descrys distant ships on the horizon from her beach house.
In the coming months, promising opportunities for growth and expansion will be on the horizon.
Considering the clouds on the horizon, I suspect it might rain this afternoon.
The storm clouds gathering on the horizon proclaimed the imminent arrival of a thunderstorm.
The dark clouds gathering on the horizon were worryingly foreboding of an approaching storm.
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