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also prophesies
as in predictions
a declaration that something will happen in the future
the report on climate change included alarming prophecies of rising sea levels and increased storm activity
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Recent Examples of prophecies
On October 7, 2023, Assad must have imagined for a few hours that Nasrallah’s prophecies had come true.
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
Force gods, prophecies and witches are all in his wheelhouse, which could give some indication of what Kinberg is working with.
—Richard Newby, HollywoodReporter, 16 Jan. 2026
Fantasy, at its grandest, is about wars, dynasties, prophecies, and the long shadow of history, action, and consequences.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
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
For all its monsters and prophecies, the series has always been about the people caught between them—those who fight, falter, and keep going.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
When and how this messianic revolution would come about was up for debate and speculation, but large segments of the population, based on specific prophecies in the Hebrew Bible, believed that the time was at hand.
—Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
Back in June, a South African YouTube show about religious prophecies and visions featured an interview with a guest named Joshua Mhlakela.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
Scientific experiments can become self-fulfilling prophecies.
—Sara Giordano, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
Force gods, prophecies and witches are all in his wheelhouse, which could give some indication of what Kinberg is working with.
—Richard Newby, HollywoodReporter, 16 Jan. 2026
Fantasy, at its grandest, is about wars, dynasties, prophecies, and the long shadow of history, action, and consequences.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
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
For all its monsters and prophecies, the series has always been about the people caught between them—those who fight, falter, and keep going.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
When and how this messianic revolution would come about was up for debate and speculation, but large segments of the population, based on specific prophecies in the Hebrew Bible, believed that the time was at hand.
—Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
Back in June, a South African YouTube show about religious prophecies and visions featured an interview with a guest named Joshua Mhlakela.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
Scientific experiments can become self-fulfilling prophecies.
—Sara Giordano, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prophecies
Noun
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Musk’s trimming of his previous space travel predictions came after SpaceX acquired XAI last week, in a move that will merge two of his most ambitious companies into the most valuable private firm in the world.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Here are our picks and predictions for the men’s hockey tournament, with expert analysis and critique from senior writers Sean Gentille, Mark Lazerus and James Mirtle, analytics know-it-all Shayna Goldman and goaltending expert Jesse Granger.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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John LaConte, Vail Daily Colorado’s historically low snowpack is affecting Vail’s economy, prompting town officials to lower revenue forecasts and recommend millions of dollars in budget reductions for 2026.—
The Vail Daily,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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National Weatherperson’s Day is a time to recognize the scientists behind the best weather, water and climate forecasts possible and the most advanced weather warning systems in human history.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Prophecies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prophecies. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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