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We cannot foretell the future.
a 16th-century astrologer who, some claim, accurately foretold 20th-century events
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As a result, some of today’s biggest Hello Kitty fans are those who grew up with her in the 1980s and ‘90s.
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Oscar Holland, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024
Inside, actual witch Lilia (Patti LuPone) grasps his hand and proclaims that his lifeline is split in two, foretelling drama to come.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2024
Seeing far How specifically will the ability to foretell design trends benefit a designer in his or her work?
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
Confidence can foretell consumer spending, which makes up 70% of the economy.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
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Oscar Holland, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024
Inside, actual witch Lilia (Patti LuPone) grasps his hand and proclaims that his lifeline is split in two, foretelling drama to come.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2024
Seeing far How specifically will the ability to foretell design trends benefit a designer in his or her work?
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
Confidence can foretell consumer spending, which makes up 70% of the economy.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Foretell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foretell. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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