prophetic
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The creatures faced a prophetic choice: munch on the grass on the side marked with a Mexican flag, or opt for the greenery on the opposing South African side.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Another cart, which looked like a small boat with a prophetic name, “Deep Trouble,” had just that when it ran out of momentum and stopped along the course.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
McIlroy's belief that finally landing the Green Jacket last year would pave the way for more major victories proved prophetic.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
In the Black Christian prophetic tradition, he told me, witnessing is about action, not words.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Although in retrospect I suppose it could be considered at least partially prophetic.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
Vocabulary lists containing prophetic
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act I
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