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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
Those immediate prognostications, however, are often fool's errands.
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Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
Plenty of presidents have dismissed the warnings and prognostications of their intelligence advisers, or simply not made time to hear them.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
If anything, all the prognostication about it is being led by dread.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
One prognostication, made by two University of Pittsburgh economists in the 1960s, stands out more than others.
—Christopher Briem, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
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Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
Plenty of presidents have dismissed the warnings and prognostications of their intelligence advisers, or simply not made time to hear them.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
If anything, all the prognostication about it is being led by dread.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
One prognostication, made by two University of Pittsburgh economists in the 1960s, stands out more than others.
—Christopher Briem, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prognostication
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But a battle could be brewing between the traditional bookmakers and the ever-growing prediction markets.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
7 June 2026
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The Knicks’ odds of capturing the NBA championship reached 79% following their win Friday, according to Kalshi, where $275 million worth of predictions have been made on the outcome of the series.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Retroactively, they were interpreted as premonitions of the 1994 violence that saw many thousands of locals, primarily Tutsis, massacred at the hands of Hutu Génocidaires.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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The actress previously recalled having a bizarre premonition before director Sam Pinkleton even called her about the role.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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For David John Gagne of NSF’s National Center for Atmospheric Research, the impact on weather forecasting is sizable.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 June 2026
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Nationwide, the 15 host cities are seeing an average 15% increase in demand, said Bram Gallagher, director of economics and forecasting with AirDNA, said.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
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Of the big three, Modern is the only to have refused corporate buyouts and franchise expansions, preserving a classic mom-and-pop feel.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Pale Blue-Gray Island With White Walls Mix a bluish-gray island with brass and cane accents for a coastal feel.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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This would, all else equal, support a cautious approach to raising rates, and is consistent with our forecast for two 25 basis point hikes in June and September.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Israel launched airstrikes on central and western Iran after Tehran fired missiles at Israel, jolting major cities with explosions and raising fears the region is sliding back toward all-out war.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Mexican authorities have previously expressed fears they could be used as weapons by rowdy fans.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 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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After receiving medical treatment, the driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, Hamilton said.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2026
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One person was injured and taken to the hospital, and a 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault, police said.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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“Prognostication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prognostication. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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