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foresight

[fawr-sahyt, fohr-] / ˈfɔrˌsaɪt, ˈfoʊr- /


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Now, there’s a question of hindsight versus foresight.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Urban design today largely rests in the hands of state agencies because long-term foresight and expertise are crucial for properly using scarce land.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Ellison, who now considers Cardinale a friend, praised his foresight and ability to make disciplined decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

In an unusual bit of foresight, Congress understood as far back as 1999 that banking organizations needed expanded powers and, most importantly, expanded technology powers if they were to compete with nonbanks.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

Businessmen congratulated themselves on their foresight in keeping out of it.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck




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