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prophecy

[prof-uh-see] / ˈprɒf ə si /


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If they come to expect rising inflation, sometimes higher inflation becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The Netherlands would become the fourth of four predicted winners to fulfil Klement's statistical prophecy if they lift the trophy in July.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

In that way, the race seems to be shaping up as less a competition than a self-fulfilling prophecy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

People who expect elevated price increases may choose to spend more in the present and demand higher wage increases, which could make inflation expectations a self-fulfilling prophecy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“There has to be some other way! He is aware of his own prophecy and believes he won’t lose himself to it. She could have a father. We could be a family.”

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi




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