the inevitable

noun

: something that is sure to happen

They're just trying to delay/postpone the inevitable.

Examples of the inevitable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Not pressure washing your driveway can lead to structural damage or even safety hazards on top of the inevitable eyesore. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026

Gianni Infantino’s closing remarks at the 2026 FIFA Congress in Vancouver confirmed the inevitable. — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Profits followed as the inevitable result of generating customer value, not the short-term goal. — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Avoid the inevitable pinching and riding up by opting for a more sophisticated silhouette, like the Willit Tailored Linen Shorts. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026