foregone
Example Sentences
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Replacing those “the more you know” graphics were poll results predicting wins that were foregone conclusions, like “Sinners” eventual win for the relatively new award of best cinematic and box office achievement.
From Salon
That rush of new demand isn’t a foregone conclusion.
From Barron's
Her future as an artisan was a foregone conclusion.
From Los Angeles Times
Powell himself stressed in October that a December cut was “far” from a foregone conclusion.
From Barron's
Investors also are likely mindful of comments from Powell that followed the Fed’s policy meeting in October, when he told reporters that a December reduction was “far from a foregone conclusion.”
From Barron's
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