predetermined

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Instead of simply following predetermined pathways, turbulent energy may be guided and redirected under the right conditions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

The Alphabet mandatory convertible preferred stock will pay a fixed dividend for three years and then convert into equity based on a predetermined formula.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

And I find with my younger audience, they don't have this predetermined bias for what they're meant to enjoy.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

BlackRock and Morgan Stanley both only redeemed the predetermined 5% of their funds when investors asked for more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

They were vindicated; the program was correct, events were progressing in their predetermined direction, history was on their side, and Harlem loved them.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison