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

By enabling end-to-end visibility, Blue Yonder helps retailers and brands build more resilient supply chains that are prepared for the inevitable disruption. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026

This last beat was, for me, easily the only interesting addition to the inevitable discourse around women’s football the entire season (read, two episodes). — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

While all this is happening, Mereu’s also keeping track of Maddalena and Michelangelo, until the inevitable moment when the princess meets the woodsman and the spell can be broken. — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

But between navigating selective palates, food allergies, social media-worthy lunchbox inspiration, food noise, and the inevitable comparisons with classmates, striking a balance between sustenance and satisfaction can quickly become overwhelming. — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026