oncoming
adjective/ˈɑnˌkʌmɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #12,159 most common English word
Meaning
approaching from the front; moving toward you.
Example sentence
She stepped back onto the pavement to avoid oncoming traffic.
Synonyms & related words
- approaching
- incoming
- advancing
- opposing
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