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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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BBC Sport understands the idea is closed for the foreseeable future and the idea is unlikely to be resurrected by the clubs in a year's time.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

But they existed long before al-Qaida, and they will exist into the foreseeable future.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

Earle added that she would be pivoting to vlogging for the foreseeable future.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 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

Delays at the fixed lines were foreseeable and eminently preventable.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer