as in providence
concern or preparation for the future
in an unusual show of forethought, the city had set up a network of well-supplied emergency shelters to accommodate victims of the hurricane
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Recent Examples of forethought
Unlike a quick trip to your dermatologist or plastic surgeon for hyaluronic acid filler, fat grafting involves going under IV sedation, a type of anesthesia administered through a vein, and requires much more forethought and planning.
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Taryn Brooke, Allure, 24 Oct. 2024
Though extremely flexible and precise, its use demanded significant forethought and planning.
—Lauren Rosati, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
With a little bit of forethought, Halloween can rid itself of the moniker of being the most unhealthy day of the year.
—Nafeesah Allen, Parents, 30 Sep. 2024
Baby nicknames often arise organically, without much forethought or intention, and might reference a special place or inside joke between the parents.
—Robin Elise Weiss, Phd, Parents, 22 July 2024
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Taryn Brooke, Allure, 24 Oct. 2024
Though extremely flexible and precise, its use demanded significant forethought and planning.
—Lauren Rosati, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
With a little bit of forethought, Halloween can rid itself of the moniker of being the most unhealthy day of the year.
—Nafeesah Allen, Parents, 30 Sep. 2024
Baby nicknames often arise organically, without much forethought or intention, and might reference a special place or inside joke between the parents.
—Robin Elise Weiss, Phd, Parents, 22 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for forethought
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forethought
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Trump’s 90-minute acceptance speech, which quickly moved from providence to policy and jabs at his opponent, President Joe Biden, was almost secular compared to some speakers earlier in the evening.Chris Ullery, USA TODAY, 19 July 2024
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The concepts of divine intervention and providence have a long record in American history.Newt Gingrich, Orlando Sentinel, 21 July 2024
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Our vision is simply to be the most excellent Professional Publisher there is.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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But the Eldorado iteration made from 1967 to 1970 was the beginning of GM’s new vision of personal luxury.Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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Industry experts say Taiwan grew its own semiconductor industry organically through a combination of foresight, hard work and investment.Nectar Gan, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
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Look on the sunny side of life — endless opportunities to flourish based on skill, foresight, industry, and ambition.Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
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But can companies go further—and take sustainability and financial prudence to the next level?Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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And yet many outside observers saw in Iran’s attack a degree of prudence.Afshon Ostovar, Foreign Affairs, 19 Apr. 2024
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“Forethought.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forethought. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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