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envisaged

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verb

past tense of envisage

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Recent Examples of envisaged
Adjective
She is also equipped with an Energy Storage System designed to manage onboard energy flows based on envisaged operations, capable of peak shaving and silent operation at anchor, contributing to a substantial reduction in fuel usage. Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Verb
That loan was envisaged to get the best out of Nwaneri because of Roberto De Zerbi’s playing style. Art De Roché, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026 The systems envisaged by the plan would provide point defense for important facilities. Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Each vase was envisaged with soft ripples as if they were shaped by water, wind and time itself. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 July 2026 Global is confident that the show has already been renewed for a second season and Abrams said it was envisaged to return multiple times. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 June 2026 For example, will the 60-day process envisaged in the MoU be defined as an extension of the weeks-long ceasefire or a definitive end to hostilities? Tim Lister, CNN Money, 30 May 2026 The ship was also envisaged to be very nimble, with a potential top speed of 42 knots; an ambitious design indeed. Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026 Israel wants Lebanon’s government to assume responsibility for disarming Hezbollah, much like was envisaged in a November 2024 ceasefire. ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026 Israel wants Lebanon’s government to assume responsibility for disarming Hezbollah, much as was envisaged in a November 2024 ceasefire. Munir Ahmed, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for envisaged
Adjective
  • After 40, about half are abnormal and unlikely to result in pregnancy.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • There is even a brief potential window for a few tiny raindrops in the Sacramento area Wednesday, although any rain on the radar is unlikely to reach the ground.
    Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Citrini Research’s February note imagined agents lifting output per hour to rates unseen since the 1950s while employment and demand collapse.
    Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Though this spot is situated on the Upper West Side, Gluck imagined the fictional Claremont’s being located even further north in Manhattan's various Heights.
    Alex Jhamb Burns, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Rather than building another large beachfront resort, founder Miguel Quintana Pali envisioned a boutique retreat where architecture, art, nature, and Mexican culture would take center stage.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Instead, Skubal envisioned this year serving as a capstone to a fascinating era of Tigers baseball.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • In the book, Covey tells the story of a man relentlessly sawing down a tree.
    Tony Gambill, Forbes.com, 2 June 2026
  • Jordan Walker, sawed off by a 96 mph sinker, lined out softly.
    Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The looks were pictured in a feature done by British Vogue published on July 19.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Tkachuk, who founded the firm in 2023, has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
    CBS News, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • In March, as the criminal investigation dragged on and many wondered if Burke would ever face charges, Jane, the girl who frequently messaged with Burke before Rivas Hernandez, dreamt about him on his birthday.
    Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Sasaki was dominant for that long Thursday night, looking like every bit of the player the Dodgers have dreamed about for two seasons.
    Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 31 July 2026

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“Envisaged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envisaged. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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