On the horizon

Meaning

"On the horizon" is an idiom that means something or someone is about to happen, occur, or appear in the near future. It's often used to describe a situation that's not yet certain but has potential to be significant or impactful.

Usage

• "I can see a new opportunity on the horizon, and I'm excited to explore it."
• "The company is facing some challenges, but they see a better future on the horizon with new product launches."
• "After years of training, I finally feel like my dream job is on the horizon."
• "I met someone interesting at a networking event who has connections that could open doors for me in the future."
• "The pandemic has brought many changes, but there's hope on the horizon with the distribution of vaccines and an end to lockdowns."

Roots and History

"On the horizon" is believed to have originated from the nautical term "horizon," which refers to the line where the sea meets the sky. In the late 19th century, it was used figuratively in literature and poetry to describe something that was just out of reach, like a dream or an ideal. Over time, it evolved into an idiom that meant something positive was about to happen.

Synonyms in English

• "On the verge"
• "Imminent"
• "Pending"
• "Coming soon"
• "Future is bright"

Synonyms in other languages

• Spanish: "En el horizonte" - Literally means "on the horizon."
• French: "À l'horizon" - Like "en le horizonte," it means "on the horizon."
• German: "Auf dem Horizont" - Similar to "en le horizonte."
• Italian: "In orizzonte" - Means "in horizon."
• Japanese: "までに見える" (made ni mienai) - Literally means "seeable in the near future."

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• off the chain