Down the line, I'm hoping to...

Meaning

Refers to something planned for a distant future.

Examples

• John: What are your long-term career goals?
• Alice: <b>Down the line, I'm hoping to</b> become a senior manager in the company.
• John: That's ambitious. What steps are you taking to achieve that?
• Alice: I'm working hard now, and <b>down the line, I'm hoping to</b> pursue further qualifications.