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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
An interesting layer to that is how playoff prognostication has improved since 2017-18.
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Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
This weekend is make or break for the Oscars race, as tonight’s SAG Awards Actor Awards are also quite key for prognostications.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 Mar. 2026
Prior to parting ways on Sunday, a farewell brunch will double as a forum for a bit of prognostication regarding how the tournament will ultimately play out.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Rather than accept that prognostication, Thomas made full use of Google’s Gemini tool to learn more about his son’s condition and advocate on his behalf.
—Neil Chilson, Fortune, 20 Feb. 2026
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Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
This weekend is make or break for the Oscars race, as tonight’s SAG Awards Actor Awards are also quite key for prognostications.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 Mar. 2026
Prior to parting ways on Sunday, a farewell brunch will double as a forum for a bit of prognostication regarding how the tournament will ultimately play out.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Rather than accept that prognostication, Thomas made full use of Google’s Gemini tool to learn more about his son’s condition and advocate on his behalf.
—Neil Chilson, Fortune, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prognostication
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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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They are also filled with apocalyptic premonitions that make sense only in a first-century context, when Jesus was credibly thought by his followers to soon be on his way back home, ready to take believers up to Heaven, or the moon, with him.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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New research shows Hinton’s premonitions about the insubordinate streak of AI may already be a reality.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
3 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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The footbed molds to your foot over time for a more personalized feel, and unlike most slides, the adjustable straps allow for a customized fit.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Apr. 2026
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This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
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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Nearly a quarter of New Orleans residents live in poverty, and the prospect of a substantial windfall for a few hours’ work apparently outweighed any fear of getting into a car that was about to take part in a high-speed accident.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Esther says Kim had shared her fear of Terry Rose well before her disappearance.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
12 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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After mutual suspicion, the two arrived at a reluctant truce in which Paul was free to bring non-Jews into the Jesus movement, emancipating them from Jewish ritual, while the original Jerusalem circle continued to keep kosher, circumcise, and all the rest.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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She was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence after undergoing field sobriety tests.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Prognostication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prognostication. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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