as in prediction
a declaration that something will happen in the future
those annual predictings by self-styled psychics that grace the front pages of the tabloids
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as in forecasting
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as in reading
to tell of or describe beforehand
I can't even begin to predict what housing prices will be like 30 years from now
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Recent Examples of predicting
David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile Chinese oil companies are predicting peak oil demand as widespread electric vehicle usage in the nation is replacing gasoline guzzlers.
—Christopher Helman, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the 36-year-old reality star (whose real name is Angela White) shared her confidence in her 8-year-old daughter's future, predicting that Dream will follow in her family's footsteps and become a businesswoman and a leader.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
The National Weather Service is predicting above-average temperatures for the 2024-2025 winter season after the Louisville area saw its ninth warmest winter in 2023.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Flying through this outer layer will allow the probe to collect data needed for understanding the sun’s pulse and predicting space weather.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
After today, the National Weather Service in Gaylord is predicting a warmer Christmas this year.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
In fact, there are rational parameters for predicting whether a job is likely right for you, and the same goes for potential romantic partners.
—Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
This year only highlighted how tough predicting the future of advertising can be.
—Geoffroy Martin, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
This simulation helps in predicting potential impacts and unforeseen outcomes that may arise from format adjustments.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile Chinese oil companies are predicting peak oil demand as widespread electric vehicle usage in the nation is replacing gasoline guzzlers.
—Christopher Helman, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the 36-year-old reality star (whose real name is Angela White) shared her confidence in her 8-year-old daughter's future, predicting that Dream will follow in her family's footsteps and become a businesswoman and a leader.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
The National Weather Service is predicting above-average temperatures for the 2024-2025 winter season after the Louisville area saw its ninth warmest winter in 2023.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Flying through this outer layer will allow the probe to collect data needed for understanding the sun’s pulse and predicting space weather.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
After today, the National Weather Service in Gaylord is predicting a warmer Christmas this year.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
In fact, there are rational parameters for predicting whether a job is likely right for you, and the same goes for potential romantic partners.
—Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
This year only highlighted how tough predicting the future of advertising can be.
—Geoffroy Martin, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predicting
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Why Solar Cycle 25 is so special Solar Cycle 25 has outperformed predictions and explains why auroras have been seen farther from the Arctic and Antarctic circles.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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As long as there have been predictions of the future, people have envisioned robots taking over their outdoor chores.—
Anthony Karcz,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Keep reading for the formulas loved by hairstylists and editors alike.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
31 Dec. 2024
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But the vulgarity of reading the dress as truthful or not about the body inside was astounding.—
Susan Steade,
The Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2024
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While analysts are forecasting double-digit earnings growth for the S&P 500 in 2025, consensus estimates for the Russell 2000 call for outsized income growth of almost 40%.—
Bret Kenwell,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Last week, meteorologists began forecasting with increasing certainty which states might have a white Christmas this year.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Hasbro reported earnings in the last three months of the year above analysts' estimates but expected revenues this year to fall below forecasts due to weaker demand for toys like Star Wars action figures and Nerf guns.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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In looking at the precipitation forecast for the next three months, much of the Southwest, Southern Rockies and Southern Plains are set to see well-below-average rain and snow accumulations.—
Nikki Nolan,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Stay ahead by anticipating the skills your organization will need and aligning hiring practices accordingly.—
Mo Hamzian,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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But, as of now, Guerin’s anticipating re-signing Rossi — not trading him — whether to a bridge deal or a long-term deal.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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The young boy of prophecy gets trampled into a brain-dead coma.—
Darren Franich,
Vulture,
14 Feb. 2025
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Along with making that prophecy come true, this time around, the roles were reversed, with Allen not having as gaudy of statistics as Jackson but coming away with the honor.—
Joe Buscaglia,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Domino’s Pizza Some crises can strike without warning with others can build and simmer over a period of time.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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In retrospect, Johnson’s warning back on December 26 was apt.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 Dec. 2024
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The document services provider added nearly 7% after announcing its acquisition of printer maker Lexmark.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
23 Dec. 2024
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Willis was first diagnosed with aphasia in March 2022, with his family later announcing he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia or FTD.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
Fox News,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Predicting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/predicting. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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