as in predicted
to form an opinion about (someone or something) before you have enough understanding or knowledge
Officials complain that some reporters have prejudged the outcome of the investigation. She was wrong for prejudging him.
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Given current rates of soil degradation, Semedo predicted, 100% of the world's topsoil could be gone within 60 years.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026 -
King came up with the idea of starting in the past with the strike and then moving forward to the present — three years later — which is when everyone predicted the unions would have to negotiate again because of AI.—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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Former Alabama offensive lineman Wilkin Formby is anticipated to step in at right tackle, but the outcome of spring and fall practice will determine if that happens.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Of all the seasonal shifts, winter to spring is the most anticipated.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Prejudged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prejudged. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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