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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

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Standard economic theory says a large enough tax wedge – the difference between tax rates in one jurisdiction compared to another – will induce some residents to relocate and revenue will fall way below predictions.

— Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Here’s the thing, though, about wave elections — and, to be clear, your friendly political columnist is offering no predictions ahead of November.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

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Few signs of humanity interrupted the rocky shoreline — just a couple of cabins and the wooden railings of a path leading to a wizened cedar tree revered by the tribe.

— Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Dugger was the main talking point in defensive coordinator Raheem Morris’ press conference Saturday, because all signs are pointing to Dugger having a key role in the defense.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2026

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