
In the not too distant future
Temporal Vagueness
The phrase suggests a vague, soon-ish future without specifying exact timelines.
The construction work is expected to complete in the not too distant future.
Promise of Change
Implies that something different or new will happen relatively soon.
You'll be hearing from us in the not too distant future with exciting news.
Anticipation Creation
The phrase creates a sense of anticipation or expectation for what's coming.
The findings of the study will be published in the not too distant future.