soothsayings

noun

plural of soothsaying
as in predictions
a declaration that something will happen in the future took the soothsayings published in the tabloids with a grain of salt

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Recent Examples of soothsayings That is to say, it was preceded by soothsayings of unparalleled gloom, which faded at the first kick of a ball. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soothsayings
  1. predictions
  2. forecasts
  3. prophecies
  4. signs
Noun
  • Current predictions for August 2026 are closer to 102; far fewer, but still considered active by recent-cycle standards.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • These operational differences can quietly destabilize features and predictions.
    — Jagadish Gokavarapu, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of predictions
Noun
  • Analysts said the better-than-expected quarter benefited from rebate adjustments and other temporary factors, obesity drug sales were broadly in line with expectations, and oral Wegovy slightly missed forecasts.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • During peak hurricane season from August through October, CSU experts will issue two-week forecasts for Atlantic tropical cyclone activity.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of forecasts
Noun
  • Each campaign features unique prophecies, rivalries, characters and challenges.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Ancient Chinese scholars made records of solar eclipses, and diviners made prophecies during these auspicious events.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of prophecies
Noun
  • The mature-skin serum smooths and firms visible signs of aging like wrinkles and fine lines.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Around Nu Stadium, fans held messages and signs of support for Messi as well.
    — Avi Creditor, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of signs

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“Soothsayings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soothsayings. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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