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a declaration that something will happen in the future
the securities analyst's prognosis for the stock market in the new year
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Recent Examples of prognosis
Rea certainly possesses plenty of experience plus right-hander Ben Brown or right-hander Javier Assad, currently at Triple-A Iowa, also could slot into the rotation, depending on Horton’s prognosis and how long he might be sidelined.
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Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite the severity of his injuries, McManus notes, Peanut's prognosis is encouraging.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The young boy underwent surgery following the shooting after being airlifted to a hospital and has a healthy prognosis for the future, according to a statement from from city of Oakley Assistant City Manager and spokesperson Danielle Navarro.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
While the twins had similar diagnoses, the psychiatrist found that Marta's long-term prognosis was better than her sister's.
—Julia Haney, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
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Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite the severity of his injuries, McManus notes, Peanut's prognosis is encouraging.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The young boy underwent surgery following the shooting after being airlifted to a hospital and has a healthy prognosis for the future, according to a statement from from city of Oakley Assistant City Manager and spokesperson Danielle Navarro.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
While the twins had similar diagnoses, the psychiatrist found that Marta's long-term prognosis was better than her sister's.
—Julia Haney, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prognosis
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Over seven days, ARGOS reduced total water usage by 58% and was only about 4% off in its soil measuring predictions, Paul said.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Such prescient wagers have raised eyebrows — and accusations that prediction markets are ripe for insider trading.—
Ken Sweet,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Some analysts said the outlook remains fraught with uncertainty, since many current forecasts depend on the durability of the ceasefire and the resumption of tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Weather permitting, and if forecasts hold, the auroa may appear low on the northern horizon across several northern-tier states, including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Maine and Alaska.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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If historical beat rates hold, that would rise to 19%, the forecasting firm said.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
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Aily enables real-time forecasting for demand sensing and inventory optimization, allowing brands to respond operationally as signals emerge — capturing opportunities rather than missing them.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
13 Apr. 2026
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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
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Network has been rightfully criticized for its portrayal of Arabs, but the film’s other themes — the rise of reality TV, the media’s exploitation of celebrities, the prioritization of ratings above all else — now seem like prophecies.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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Nicolao Apollo A name that invokes the Greek and Roman god of sunlight, also associated with prophecy, music, and poetry.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Prognosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prognosis. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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