harbinger

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This so-called yield curve inversion, often a harbinger of recession, last month became the deepest in 42 years .

From Reuters

John Brabender, a Republican strategist who ran the political campaigns of former Pennsylvania senator Rick Santorum, a staunch opponent of abortion, said he doesn’t believe the Wisconsin result is a harbinger for future elections.

From Washington Post

Such strong support in the Senate is “a very good harbinger — especially a harbinger of recognition that journalism is vital and needs help,” said state Rep. Gerry Pollet, who sponsored the House version.

From Seattle Times

But what’s happening in California and Oregon, at the southern end of the range, scientists say, may be a harbinger of what’s to come in cooler waters farther north.

From New York Times

Over its 38-year history, the prize has frequently served as a harbinger of future literary success.

From Los Angeles Times