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foreseeable

[fawr-see-uh-buhl] / fɔrˈsi ə bəl /
ADJECTIVE
calculable
Synonyms
WEAK
accountable ascertainable computable countable discoverable estimable measurable predictable reckonable
Antonyms
WEAK
incalculable inestimable uncomputable
ADJECTIVE
expected
Synonyms
STRONGEST
likely predicted proposed scheduled
STRONG
awaited coming contemplated envisioned foreseen foretold prophesied
WEAK
counted upon due hoped-for looked-for planned for predictable prepared for
ADJECTIVE
predictable
Synonyms
STRONGEST
certain
WEAK
anticipated calculable expected foreseen likely prepared sure surefire
Antonyms
WEAK
improbable unexpected unforeseen unpredictable

Example Sentences

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“I have to put a pause on podcasting right now for the foreseeable future,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

For drivers, there are factors beyond the Middle East that will keep gas prices higher for the foreseeable future.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

But auditors might still have to wear someone else’s clothes on-site for the foreseeable future.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

However, large perpetual BDC managers will likely be able to meet this demand, with restrictions imposed into the foreseeable future.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Although it was a foreseeable event, the circumstances were not.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez