crystal ball
noun
1
: a sphere especially of quartz crystal traditionally used by fortune tellers
2
: a means or method of predicting future events
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No one has a crystal ball, but years of studying this topic have shown ample evidence to justify arguing in favor of the 4% Plus Rule of thumb.
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Wes Moss, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
At a financial markets conference delving into the outlook for crypto, crystal balls were clouded by Trump’s unpredictability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Self declined to reveal the third-party predictor when asked by The Star who had the accurate crystal ball in an interview outside the winners locker room.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2025
While no one has a crystal ball, understanding key trends and indicators can help investors stay informed and prepared.
—Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
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Wes Moss, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
At a financial markets conference delving into the outlook for crypto, crystal balls were clouded by Trump’s unpredictability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Self declined to reveal the third-party predictor when asked by The Star who had the accurate crystal ball in an interview outside the winners locker room.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2025
While no one has a crystal ball, understanding key trends and indicators can help investors stay informed and prepared.
—Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
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“Crystal ball.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crystal%20ball. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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