as in predictions
a declaration that something will happen in the future
want to catch the weather forecast so I'll know what kind of clothes to pack for the trip tomorrow
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as in predicts
to tell of or describe beforehand
the station's meteorologist forecasts sun for the next five days
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Recent Examples of forecasts
Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
That's above analyst forecasts of about $304 million and represents about 47% year-over-year growth, marking the third straight quarter of acceleration.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The weeks leading into spring can produce significant snowfall in parts of the West, including Colorado and Utah, but so far, forecasts for the coming weeks don't look promising.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
Unemployment in the euro area unexpectedly dropped to a record low as economic expansion outpaces forecasts.
—Andrew Langley, Bloomberg, 4 Mar. 2026
Because of the war and higher oil prices, traders have pushed their forecasts further into the summer for when the Fed could begin cutting rates again.
—Stan Choe, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
More than 970 suppliers from countries such as China, Bangladesh, and India, who were surveyed repeatedly, cited the importance of reliable forecasts and long-term visibility for capacity planning, efficiency, and innovation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
That’s in line with the forecasts of analysts surveyed by the data firm FactSet.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
However, climate is only useful in pre-planning; from about three days out, use weather apps like Windy and Clear Outside to track local forecasts for cloud cover.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
For the upcoming fiscal year, the city forecasts about $48 million in homeless services funding from its general fund, the city’s main reservoir for money generally spent without restrictions.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
On Tuesday, March 3, the National Weather Service forecasts severe storms throughout Oklahoma starting in the evening, yet there is some lingering fire weather potential in northwest Oklahoma just before the rain starts.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
The organization also forecasts that housing inventory will increase in 2026 due to steady new construction activity and more homeowners listing properties as mortgage-rate pressures ease.
—Michael Toback, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
The data, which forecasts risks, paints a concerning picture about the increasing threat of heart disease and stroke.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 25 Feb. 2026
AccuWeather also forecasts blizzard conditions late Sunday night in the New Haven area with accumulation of 10-14 inches with another 3-6 inches on Monday.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
The Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts Michigan seeing above-average temperatures, except in northern areas.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Rescuers faced very difficult conditions, including avalanche danger themselves, according to Brandon Schwartz, director of the Sierra Avalanche Center, which forecasts avalanche conditions in the area around Lake Tahoe.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Because of the war and higher oil prices, traders have pushed their forecasts further into the summer for when the Fed could begin cutting rates again.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
That's above analyst forecasts of about $304 million and represents about 47% year-over-year growth, marking the third straight quarter of acceleration.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The weeks leading into spring can produce significant snowfall in parts of the West, including Colorado and Utah, but so far, forecasts for the coming weeks don't look promising.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
Unemployment in the euro area unexpectedly dropped to a record low as economic expansion outpaces forecasts.
—Andrew Langley, Bloomberg, 4 Mar. 2026
Because of the war and higher oil prices, traders have pushed their forecasts further into the summer for when the Fed could begin cutting rates again.
—Stan Choe, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
More than 970 suppliers from countries such as China, Bangladesh, and India, who were surveyed repeatedly, cited the importance of reliable forecasts and long-term visibility for capacity planning, efficiency, and innovation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
That’s in line with the forecasts of analysts surveyed by the data firm FactSet.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
However, climate is only useful in pre-planning; from about three days out, use weather apps like Windy and Clear Outside to track local forecasts for cloud cover.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
Goodall now forecasts negative earnings this year for American Airlines.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
For the upcoming fiscal year, the city forecasts about $48 million in homeless services funding from its general fund, the city’s main reservoir for money generally spent without restrictions.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
On Tuesday, March 3, the National Weather Service forecasts severe storms throughout Oklahoma starting in the evening, yet there is some lingering fire weather potential in northwest Oklahoma just before the rain starts.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
The organization also forecasts that housing inventory will increase in 2026 due to steady new construction activity and more homeowners listing properties as mortgage-rate pressures ease.
—Michael Toback, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
The data, which forecasts risks, paints a concerning picture about the increasing threat of heart disease and stroke.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 25 Feb. 2026
AccuWeather also forecasts blizzard conditions late Sunday night in the New Haven area with accumulation of 10-14 inches with another 3-6 inches on Monday.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
The Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts Michigan seeing above-average temperatures, except in northern areas.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Rescuers faced very difficult conditions, including avalanche danger themselves, according to Brandon Schwartz, director of the Sierra Avalanche Center, which forecasts avalanche conditions in the area around Lake Tahoe.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forecasts
Noun
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If agents learn, predictions must remain legible in a coding language humans can oversee.—
Victoria Bousis,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Tesla's slightly higher predictions were consistent throughout the test.—
Adam L. Neal,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Finally, Santos predicts ground covers will have a moment in 2026 as gardeners rethink lawns and seek lower-maintenance alternatives.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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Bettenhausen predicts that 2026 will be a contraction year for homebuilder revenues, with unit declines also impacting some names.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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For generations, eclipses have been surrounded by apocalyptic prophecies, which found a resurgence when there were four successive total lunar eclipses from 2014 to 2015, according to astronomy website EarthSky.—
Hali Smith
March 1,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Mar. 2026
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Family bonds, ancient prophecies, and the sacred line of succession will be tested in a dangerous campaign for power.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Forecasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forecasts. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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