What is another word for are the offing?
Pronunciation: [ɑː ðɪ ˈɒfɪŋ] (IPA) 
The phrase "are the offing" means something is likely to happen soon or is in the near future. There are several synonyms that can be used to convey this sense of imminent expectation such as impending, forthcoming, upcoming, in the pipeline, on the horizon, just around the corner, in the cards, on the way, approaching, and on tap. All these alternatives can be used in context where something big is anticipated or set happen soon and provide a more varied and interesting way of communicating this particular idea. It is always important to be able to choose between synonyms depending on the specific context and audience.
