In the pipeline

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phrase

Something that is being prepared or planned for the future.

There are several new products in the pipeline, due to be released next year.
Visual representation of "in the pipeline" - Something that is being prepared or planned for the future

Often appears as...

  • projects in the pipeline
  • products in the pipeline

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Future Projects

Refers to things that will happen, not what's happening now or has already occurred.

Illustration for Future Projects
Our company has a new technology in the pipeline for next year's line-up.
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Confidentiality Likely

Details about what's in the pipeline are often not yet public or fully developed.

Illustration for Confidentiality Likely
We can't share much, but we have exciting plans in the pipeline.
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Expect Anticipation

The phrase can create anticipation or imply something to look forward to.

Illustration for Expect Anticipation
Fans are eager about the new album that's in the pipeline.
Visual representation of the word "In the pipeline"

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