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

But the pace picks up after that and barrels toward the inevitable violent conclusion as the narrative threads all come together. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026

For the inevitable muddy paw prints, a good robot mop never hurts either. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

Mahomes and Travis Kelce this season are set to appear in at least 10 national windows, including the inevitable duel with Allen and the Bills on Thanksgiving night. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

The following books refuse to treat breakups as a singular ending or distinguish the breakup from the inevitable awakening. — Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026