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6 Phrases to Talk About the Distant Future in English (with Quiz and Worksheet)
- Erin West
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
In business, when making plans or setting goals, we often focus on the future. But what if you want to talk about something that won’t happen soon — not next week, but months or even years from now? In this article, you’ll learn 6 useful phrases to talk about the distant future. These expressions are great for everyday English and will help you sound more fluent and natural.
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How to Talk About the Distant Future in English
Dialogue: Office Chat About Career Plans
Questions:
What three phrases about the future do you hear in the conversation?
Does Jason want to switch careers right now?
What would Emma like to do at some point?
Why does Jason think starting a business is years away for him?
What do they both agree is important?
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6 Phrases to Talk About the Distant Future in English
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