as in prediction
a declaration that something will happen in the future
those annual predictings by self-styled psychics that grace the front pages of the tabloids
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to tell of or describe beforehand
I can't even begin to predict what housing prices will be like 30 years from now
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Recent Examples of predicting
Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2025
Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
For the most part, users of both Polymarket and Kalshi did an excellent job predicting this year’s Oscar nominees.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
There were some that were predicting our demise.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2026
The National Weather Service is predicting a high of 93 degrees in metro Phoenix on March 14.
—Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The 29-year-old Brody, who had entered the ceremony as an underdog, with most prognosticators predicting that either Day-Lewis or Nicholson would capture the prize, became the youngest best actor winner in history.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 12 Mar. 2026
The real estate platform speculates that January’s weaker figures were likely due to the severe winter weather, and the company is predicting an upswing as temperatures rise.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Lucas said predicting settlement costs during the annual budget process can be difficult.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
With forecasts predicting a high of 84 degrees on Sunday, the McCourt Foundation, which organizes the race, will offer runners the option to receive a medal after finishing 18 miles.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
With the 2025 college football season on the horizon, months of previewing and predicting soon will be in the rearview mirror.
—Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2025
Verb
That’s according to the National Weather Service, which is predicting a windy weekend followed by a heat wave.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
For the most part, users of both Polymarket and Kalshi did an excellent job predicting this year’s Oscar nominees.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
There were some that were predicting our demise.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2026
The National Weather Service is predicting a high of 93 degrees in metro Phoenix on March 14.
—Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The 29-year-old Brody, who had entered the ceremony as an underdog, with most prognosticators predicting that either Day-Lewis or Nicholson would capture the prize, became the youngest best actor winner in history.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 12 Mar. 2026
The real estate platform speculates that January’s weaker figures were likely due to the severe winter weather, and the company is predicting an upswing as temperatures rise.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Lucas said predicting settlement costs during the annual budget process can be difficult.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
With forecasts predicting a high of 84 degrees on Sunday, the McCourt Foundation, which organizes the race, will offer runners the option to receive a medal after finishing 18 miles.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predicting
Noun
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Brazil still doesn’t have specific regulation for prediction markets, but the finance ministry is following this market evolution closely and started preliminary talks on it.—
Katherine Doherty,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Despite the groundhog’s predictions, Texas has already welcomed warmer weather along with the introduction of severe weather season — both indicative of the seasonal shift.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With so much at stake, igniting that foundational love of reading in young learners has never been more important, especially for parents competing with the warm, inviting glow of screens for their children’s attention.—
Nancy S. Grasmick,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Mar. 2026
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Honestly, by reading so much of their writing!—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
14 Mar. 2026
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The general setup for the strong storms is a clash between warm air streaming north from the Gulf Coast and cooler Canadian air behind cold fronts, according to meteorologists with the private forecasting service AccuWeather.—
Kathy McCormack,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Douglas Hilderbrand, the executive director of the American Weather Enterprise Association, a new trade group focused on forecasting and communicating weather information, has been working with Sorensen on the bill.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
5 Mar. 2026
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Already, some shippers are avoiding the Red Sea route, anticipating Houthi attacks.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Tigers did add kicker Brunno Reus from Florida State to their roster, and Craig is anticipating a competition.—
Lilly Marshall,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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Listen for later forecasts and possible red flag warnings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2026
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His forecast could turn out to be correct, even as the price of oil repeatedly breaks $100 a barrel despite efforts from the US and other nations to ease the pain.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The stories foretelling McGonigle’s talents are numerous.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Million-Follower Detective (February 12) This eight-episode Taiwanese crime thriller follows a mysterious woman who rises to fame and becomes a powerful influencer after accurately foretelling the murders of several social-media influencers.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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The new rule of thumb when prognosticating about the NBA trade deadline is to never say never — Luka Doncic is a Los Angeles Laker now — but the Nuggets are just too good to mess around with their playoff rotation over a tax bill.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
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Bank of America Securities analyst Robert Ohmes just downgraded Target from hold to sell, prognosticating another 10-15% share drop.—
Noah Barsky,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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What’s the difference between a tornado watch and warning?—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Xcel Energy is warning its customers along the Front Range to be prepared for possible power outages this week as the risk of wildfire surges due to hot and dry weather.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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