preordained
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Jacob’s deception causes a lifelong rift between the two brothers, but, as with all these ancient stories, fate is preordained by God.
From Salon ● May 19, 2026
Obviously the more damning investigations are aimed at the losing team's manager, where it is more than likely the questions are preordained.
From BBC ● Feb. 13, 2026
The decision overall gives a sense that the investigators’ conclusion was preordained.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 5, 2026
Ejae, meanwhile, offered an anecdote that suggests “Golden’s” success may have been preordained.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2025
He gave his whole soul to love; he allowed himself to believe that his feelings for Hatsue had been somehow preordained.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
