as in forecast
a declaration that something will happen in the future
the construction company's forecasting of a September 1 completion date for the new school was wildly optimistic
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to tell of or describe beforehand
the station's meteorologist forecasts sun for the next five days
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Recent Examples of forecasting
Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
The new funding will be used to expand technology already showing results that include improving soil health, supporting varieties of crops and livestock that withstand extreme weather, and implementing weather forecasting systems.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Their paychecks are on hold, but their work – providing crucial data for hurricane forecasting – is considered essential.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
That does leave retailers less margin for error and requires a better mastery of data analytics to improve demand forecasting—making sure that what is on offer matches what shoppers want.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
Getting on shelves is one thing, but maintaining momentum takes careful planning, forecasting, and daily follow-up.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
According to OpenSnow, the specialized mountain reporting and forecasting service, the chances of decent snowfall aren't likely to improve until late next week.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2025
More than half are planning deep solutions to improve forecasting and strategy modeling.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday, according to the forecasting service.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Across divisions, Citi is targeting processes—from forecasting to regulatory reporting—where AI can lift both speed and precision, Mason said.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Ticket sales were up four percent to 150 million fans in 2025, forecasting 160 million fans for the full year.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Aluminum’s years of plentiful supply are set to end, which analysts are forecasting will lead to a spike in prices, Reuters columnist Andy Home wrote last month.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
By Saturday, the weather service is forecasting sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60s in the day and around 42 degrees in the evening.
—Kendrick Marshall, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
Ming-Chi Kuo, a TF International Securities supply chain analyst known for forecasting future Apple moves, followed that report by saying that the iPhone Air had fallen short of expectations.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
The center is forecasting 15-30 inches of rain in Jamaica and parts of southern Hispaniola into midweek.
—Kristin Wright, NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
Indy remains under a freeze warning Thursday night as the National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures in the low 30s.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
The Old Farmers' Almanac — a separate weather forecasting publication — forecasts a mild and dry winter for Michigan.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
The new funding will be used to expand technology already showing results that include improving soil health, supporting varieties of crops and livestock that withstand extreme weather, and implementing weather forecasting systems.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Their paychecks are on hold, but their work – providing crucial data for hurricane forecasting – is considered essential.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
That does leave retailers less margin for error and requires a better mastery of data analytics to improve demand forecasting—making sure that what is on offer matches what shoppers want.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
Getting on shelves is one thing, but maintaining momentum takes careful planning, forecasting, and daily follow-up.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
According to OpenSnow, the specialized mountain reporting and forecasting service, the chances of decent snowfall aren't likely to improve until late next week.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2025
More than half are planning deep solutions to improve forecasting and strategy modeling.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday, according to the forecasting service.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
National Weather Service meteorologists consider forecasting waterspouts during the late summer and fall whenever large, cool air masses overspread the waters of the Great Lakes.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Across divisions, Citi is targeting processes—from forecasting to regulatory reporting—where AI can lift both speed and precision, Mason said.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Ticket sales were up four percent to 150 million fans in 2025, forecasting 160 million fans for the full year.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Aluminum’s years of plentiful supply are set to end, which analysts are forecasting will lead to a spike in prices, Reuters columnist Andy Home wrote last month.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
By Saturday, the weather service is forecasting sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60s in the day and around 42 degrees in the evening.
—Kendrick Marshall, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
Ming-Chi Kuo, a TF International Securities supply chain analyst known for forecasting future Apple moves, followed that report by saying that the iPhone Air had fallen short of expectations.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
The center is forecasting 15-30 inches of rain in Jamaica and parts of southern Hispaniola into midweek.
—Kristin Wright, NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
Indy remains under a freeze warning Thursday night as the National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures in the low 30s.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forecasting
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Yet Tapestry—the parent company of Coach—said Gen Z now accounts for roughly 35% of its new customers, helping the brand beat Wall Street expectations and raise its full-year forecast.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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An arctic front is diving deep into the United States this weekend, sending temperatures plummeting across all 48 contiguous states and bringing snow into the forecast across much of Ohio.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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The findings indicate that the brand of vehicle is one of the most important factors in predicting how well a PHEV battery will hold up over time.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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Intense snowfall has begun as 13 states face storm warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS), predicting severe wind, ice, and up to 15 inches of snow.—
Sirena Bergman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Yet the surge in profits still fell below analysts’ lofty predictions of $433 million, helping to send shares lower.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
12 Nov. 2025
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Many of these predictions have already manifested.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In Baahubali, a legendary warrior emerges from humble beginnings to challenge powerful forces threatening his homeland, as ancient prophecies and family bonds shape his journey.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Nov. 2025
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That hardly seemed to be a prophecy.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
1 Nov. 2025
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“Forecasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forecasting. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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