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The future tense form of 'derail' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb derail. Example: If we don't take immediate action, this project will derail. (If we don't take immediate action, this project will derail.)
Definition of “derail”
- to cause a train to leave its tracks accidentally
- to cause something to fail or go off course
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | derail |
| Future Continuous | derailing |
| Future Perfect | derailed |
Example
Any unexpected obstacles will derail our plans.
Example
His lack of commitment will derail his chances of success.
Example
At this time tomorrow, the storm will be derailing the construction work.
Example
They will be derailing their own progress if they continue to procrastinate.
Example
By the end of the year, the economic crisis will have derailed many businesses.
Example
He will have derailed his own career if he doesn't change his behavior.
