How to Use bode well in a Sentence

bode well

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  • The last-minute addition of a fence around the complex doesn’t bode well.
    — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
  • This does not bode well for Meghan’s acting comeback in the UK.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • And that could bode well for the Royals heading into next season.
    — Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
  • That’s obviously not good, and doesn’t bode well for the postseason.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • That doesn't bode well for the company's graphics cards, which have already seen a recent price increase.
    — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
  • That doesn’t bode well for Chinese vendors such as Dreame, Bublue and Beatbot.
    — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Historically, this bodes well for the benchmark, which is sitting just 2% below its all-time high.
    — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • As for what comes next for Todd Gloria, political history does not bode well.
    — Carl Luna, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • This could bode well for England, who used substitutes to great effect against Mexico.
    — Carl Anka, New York Times, 10 July 2026
  • Overall, the offensive line has a good mix of veterans, rising young players and depth that could bode well during the season.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
  • Their dainty, no-frills look bodes well for summer packing since they can be worn with everything from billowy dresses to denim cutoffs.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • That Willis managed to end Thursday’s joint practice with the Giants on a high note should bode well for the season.
    — Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The American shopper’s resilience bodes well for economic growth.
    — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • That backlog, if converted into closed deals, bodes well for Goldman revenue in future quarters.
    — Hugh Son,laya Neelakandan,leslie Picker,ritika Shah, CNBC, 14 July 2026
  • But the rebuilding Dolphins should come closer to unlocking their run game against the 49ers, which would bode well for the future.
    — Keven Lerner, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
  • That bodes well for use of transit, rather than cars, when the Games arrive in July of 2028, Vides said.
    — James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • That doesn’t bode well entering October, while the book is out on the Yankees’ preference to face righties.
    — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The stories of illness in the Norway camp this week do not bode well for them; the South Florida heat is exacting at the best of times.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • The consequences of a poor performance in the takeaway department sets a very high standard for rookies, something that can only bode well for the future.
    — Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026
  • If Tuchel seriously has no regrets about how the semi-final unfolded, and there is a risk of a similar mistake again, that does not bode well.
    — The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 16 July 2026
  • Placekicker Ryan Fitzgerald booted a 61-yard field goal, outdoors, which bodes well for his distance kicking this year.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In their final season together, the Andersons hope their personal chemistry bodes well for the Huskies.
    — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026
  • That said, the fact that none of these proposals has the support of more than 50% of likely voters doesn’t bode well for their prospects, DiCamillo said.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Those skeptical of the arrangement argue that being unable to maneuver an airport with your partner does not bode well for the rest of the relationship.
    — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 30 July 2026
  • Historically, stocks rally from October onwards in midterm election years, a pattern that bodes well for the market.
    — Sarah Min, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The growth of the Dolphins defensive front will bode well for Hafley, especially considering the youth in the secondary.
    — Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
  • While avid fans may be disappointed, Ohashi’s confident and joyful return to the elite stage bodes well for 2027 and beyond.
    — Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • The luxury sector, however, is on a modest upswing this year after two years of declines, boding well for ELG.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The cast celebrated with selfies taken on digital cameras, kisses, hugs, and smiles, showing a chemistry that bodes well for their onscreen performances.
    — Alessia Amorosini, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026
  • Peacock’s Girls5eva made the move to Netflix upon cancellation after two seasons but its quick demise at its new home does not bode well for future transfers.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2026

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