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as in foresight
the special ability to see or know about events before they actually occur
most believers would probably agree that complete prescience is one of God's attributes
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as in providence
concern or preparation for the future
parents who had the prescience to make everything in their house childproof before the arrival of their first baby
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Recent Examples of prescience
Both require prescience, flexibility and a profound understanding of complex frameworks.
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Boris Kreiman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
With characteristic prescience, Dick wrote about a cold war during which sides calculate their chances of winning with advanced tech.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025
Just a few months after that first season concluded, the Real Housewives franchise was launched, followed by The Kardashians two years later, only confirming The Comeback’s remarkable prescience.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
That, along with the prescience of their vows, was unexpected.
—Tammy Lagorce, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
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Boris Kreiman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
With characteristic prescience, Dick wrote about a cold war during which sides calculate their chances of winning with advanced tech.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025
Just a few months after that first season concluded, the Real Housewives franchise was launched, followed by The Kardashians two years later, only confirming The Comeback’s remarkable prescience.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
That, along with the prescience of their vows, was unexpected.
—Tammy Lagorce, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prescience
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Businesses are being challenged to respond with greater agility and foresight.—
Tom Strohl,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Autism experts talk through strategies for how families can plan the July Fourth holiday with their kids For kids who have autism, the July Fourth holiday can require planning, strategizing, and foresight to keep the holiday low-stress and enjoyable.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
4 July 2025
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The White House has not officially addressed the vision behind the redecoration or the providence of some of the decor.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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The internationalisation of the awards season has been on full display in recent years, both in terms of foreign language movie success, voter makeup and the providence of these films.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
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Despite their shooting struggles, the performances of all four rookies hinted at the Nets’ vision for a versatile, dynamic roster.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
11 July 2025
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To all my babies that are listening to this one, big up yourself always because faith and hard work toward your vision will eventually place your dreams at your feet.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
11 July 2025
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They’re thought to be a divination guide that offers rare insights into ancient Chinese philosophy and religion.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
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Today, many modern practitioners turn to cannabis to enhance practices like yoga, journaling, and of course—divination.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
20 May 2025
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Parking them outside takes some forethought and a good lock.—
Elizabeth Endicott,
The Atlantic,
17 Mar. 2025
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Ordering appropriate foods on a plane requires some forethought and planning, according to Jamila Musayeva, a U.S.-educated etiquette coach now living in Baku, Azerbaijan.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Prescience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prescience. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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