as in forecasts
a declaration that something will happen in the future
we were all amazed when the fortune-teller's predictions turned out to be true
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Recent Examples of predictions
Those are, indeed, pat, credible theories and predictions.
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Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Ahead of the season premiere, several of her family members spoke about their predictions for how her stint on the show will play out.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
At the start of 2025, the panel also made predictions — and came close to calling how the year would end.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
The findings challenge predictions that AI is poised to automate large swaths of human labor anytime soon, even as newer models show incremental improvement and the economics of cheaper, semi-autonomous AI work continue to put pressure on remote and contract workers.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
The full list of predictions are below.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Jan. 2026
Watch predictions for the new year invariably linger on the anniversaries and milestones the industry will celebrate.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2026
Alexander has had a good track record in her bitcoin predictions over the last few years.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026
Your brain is constantly making predictions.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Ahead of the season premiere, several of her family members spoke about their predictions for how her stint on the show will play out.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
At the start of 2025, the panel also made predictions — and came close to calling how the year would end.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
The findings challenge predictions that AI is poised to automate large swaths of human labor anytime soon, even as newer models show incremental improvement and the economics of cheaper, semi-autonomous AI work continue to put pressure on remote and contract workers.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
The full list of predictions are below.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Jan. 2026
Watch predictions for the new year invariably linger on the anniversaries and milestones the industry will celebrate.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2026
Alexander has had a good track record in her bitcoin predictions over the last few years.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026
Your brain is constantly making predictions.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predictions
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Revenue forecasts have occasionally fallen short of estimates, and some quarters’ subscription guidance has disappointed analysts, especially when Peloton opted to reallocate marketing funds towards product development instead of immediate subscriber growth.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The extreme cold and winter weather forecasts for Friday through Sunday have resulted in some venue closings and event cancellations in Metro Detroit.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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In the Middle Ages, prophecies of a coming global collapse proliferated across Europe.—
Linda Kinstler,
The Atlantic,
1 Dec. 2025
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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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“Predictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/predictions. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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