heralding

verb

present participle of herald
1
as in predicting
to give a slight indication of beforehand the reshuffle of the company's management heralded the sweeping changes to come

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2
as in announcing
to make known openly or publicly herald the great tidings to all the world

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Recent Examples of heralding Some pundits are heralding the end of Nike’s chokehold on the athlete marketing space, while others predict a turn toward a more varied sector. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026 Analysts say the student group and Vucic are polling closely, heralding a tight race and a referendum-like atmosphere. — Jovana Gec, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026 Analysts say the student group and Vucic are polling close, heralding a tight race and a referendum-like atmosphere. — ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026 Here's what to look out for as summer slips from the Northern Hemisphere, heralding shorter days and darker nights perfect for stargazing. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 Sep. 2026 The move, which also included staff terminations, underscores a broader shift in Ecuadorian society, at a time when many governments in the region are moving to the political right, away from heralding social inclusion. — Caterina Morbiato, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Sep. 2026 The pavilion will open on November 20, heralding the arrival of the inaugural Rubaiya Qatar. — News Desk, Artforum, 10 Sep. 2026 That would mark a decisive break from the generally low and comparatively stable inflation environment that followed the global financial crisis — heralding wide-ranging implications for investors' portfolios. — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026 Paramount has pointed to the near doubling of its release count since the 2025 merger with Skydance, while also heralding its commitment for Paramount-WBD to distribute at least 30 theatrical films per year. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heralding
  1. predicting
  2. announcing
  3. foreshadowing
  4. proclaiming
  5. implying
  6. publishing
  7. anticipating
  8. declaring
Verb
  • Forecasters are predicting that the northeast and Mid-Atlantic will experience similar amounts of flooding as happened during a 2023 El Niño event — a record setting year.
    — Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Yet internal records show administrators had met weeks earlier to plan for the controversy, predicting both the locker room privacy concerns and the parent outrage over cut players.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of predicting
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  • As Hinojosa gained in the polls this summer, Abbott reversed his position on data centers, announcing a moratorium on new developments and an audit on the use of water and energy.
    — Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2026
  • In her new role, Danielle will help celebrate her aunt's life and accomplishments while offering a personal perspective on the woman behind the music, according to a press release announcing the appointment.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of announcing
Verb
  • Most notably, there’s a stash of pre-debut songs that show how broad his stylistic range was from the beginning, foreshadowing his later adventures in roots, country and pre-rock balladry.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Outside groups weighing in on attempts to change Colorado law through the ballot have started spending big money, foreshadowing what’s sure to be a bruising six-week stretch before Election Day.
    — Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of foreshadowing
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  • But this particular reality show tries to justify its controversial existence by proclaiming its seriousness with regards to psychology, philosophy, and current events.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
  • California state legislators also passed a resolution in her honor, proclaiming September 4 as California Wildlife Day.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of proclaiming
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  • The lawsuit is different from previous legal action against the president -- first, in that the plaintiffs are ordinary citizens, shifting the focus from news gatherers to news consumers, and thus implying a much larger pool of stakeholders.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Deutsche Bank also has a buy rating on the stock and raised its price target to $250 from $230, implying nearly 70% upside.
    — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of implying
Verb
  • West Point implemented a rule in early 2025 that sought to bar civilian and military professors from publishing papers, speaking at conferences or appearing on podcasts without seeking approval from superiors.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
  • These portals dominate the national landscape, publishing listings from most local and regional multiple listing services and enabling buyers to search for places around the corner or across the country.
    — Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of publishing
Verb
  • Kalshi has hired one of former President Barack Obama’s top advisers, political strategist Eric Schultz, a person familiar with the matter told Semafor — the latest sign of companies anticipating Democratic victories in Tuesday’s midterms.
    — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Investors were anticipating Moody’s rating decision as France, the second-largest economy in the euro zone, grappled with protests and a sharp surge in bond yields.
    — Darla Mercado, CFP®,Jeff Cox, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of anticipating
Verb
  • Trump’s allies have also been urging the President to potentially take drastic measures, including declaring martial law to seize ballots.
    — Philip Wang, Time, 28 Oct. 2026
  • If Taipei refrains from crossing the ultimate red line of declaring formal independence, Beijing appears confident in its long-term strategy of integration.
    — Ningrong Liu, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of declaring

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