the inevitable

noun

: something that is sure to happen
They're just trying to delay/postpone the inevitable.

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The market up until now has been looking through or flat out ignoring the inevitable supply shock if the status quo persists, our base case expectation. Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 23 July 2026 To avoid stubborn stains and the inevitable scrubbing marathon that follows, Amaro recommends staying consistent. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026 Whether the podcasting asset bubble bursting led directly to the ascendance of YouTube and video podcasting, or was simply incidental to the inevitable growth of YouTube podcasts, is a question reserved for podcast philosophers. Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 Jupiter in Leo will form an inspiring trine to Neptune retrograde in Aries while also opposing Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, creating a push-and-pull between our visions for the future and the inevitable transformation at play. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for the inevitable

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“The inevitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20inevitable. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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