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

For too long, the tech industry has treated these failures as the inevitable growing pains of innovation. — Jessica Vitiritti, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

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