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as in prediction
a declaration that something will happen in the future
the complete fulfillment of his prognostication surprised even him
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as in premonition
a feeling that something bad will happen
at the sight of the brooding mansion, her prognostications of ill fortune grew stronger
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Recent Examples of prognostication
Every new season marks an opportunity for new opinions and prognostications.
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Peter Baugh, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
But the national prognostications for Miami seem especially pessimistic after last season’s 8-9 record followed four consecutive winning seasons.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
That embrace continued just days before the NFL season begins with predictions and prognostications galore.
—Tim Crowley, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Most experts’ prognostications are substantially shorter than that.
—James Barrat, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
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Peter Baugh, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
But the national prognostications for Miami seem especially pessimistic after last season’s 8-9 record followed four consecutive winning seasons.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
That embrace continued just days before the NFL season begins with predictions and prognostications galore.
—Tim Crowley, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Most experts’ prognostications are substantially shorter than that.
—James Barrat, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prognostication
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The owners of capital control the means of prediction that are needed for building AI—data, computational infrastructure, technical expertise, and energy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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After the Houston Rockets’ 110–102 win over the Dallas Mavericks, the 15-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion offered high praise for the Mavericks’ 18-year-old forward — and a prediction that turned heads.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Had Moehrig had a premonition like that before?—
Alex Zietlow
November 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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And if so, is this her past or a premonition of the future?—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday, according to the forecasting service.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Much better weather forecasting today would likely prevent a similar voyage from even taking place.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Known for excellent customer satisfaction and strong local support, Sonic performs on par with larger national fiber providers while maintaining a smaller, more personalized feel.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Instead, opt for an anorak with a utilitarian feel (and will keep you warm on cooler fall days) and plenty of pockets to hold smaller items like tissues, headphones, hand sanitizer, and lip gloss.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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Even Hawaii’s Big Island summits are under a Winter Weather Advisory, with up to five inches of snow and freezing rain forecast overnight into Sunday morning.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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As this tricky forecast comes into focus, all signs point to Jamaica being ground zero for what could become one of the most destructive hurricanes of the season.—
Chris Dolce,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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Despite the occasional mutual love, progressives have argued that Sliwa has previously stoked racist fears and encouraged vigilante aggression.—
Naaman Zhou,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Glossier is supporting other alumni of its 5-year-old grant program this year because of the challenges so many of these emerging brands are facing—and despite political fear among many other companies to keep these kinds of programs going.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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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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Betty had suspicions about the relationship early on, which Dan continually denied.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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He was charged with an infraction disorderly conduct, and threat of violence and suspicion of criminal trespassing, both Class B misdemeanors in Utah.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Prognostication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prognostication. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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