foresaw (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /fɔːrˈsɔː/
Definition
Knew or predicted something that would happen in the future, based on current information or intuition.
Examples
She foresaw the company's expansion into new markets long before it was publicly announced.
The ancient prophecy foresaw a time of great change and upheaval.
He carefully analyzed the data and foresaw a significant shift in consumer behavior.
How to Use foresaw
- foresaw that (collocation)
- To predict a specific outcome or situation. — "The economists foresaw that the new policy would lead to inflation."
- foresaw the need for (collocation)
- To predict that something will be necessary. — "The team foresaw the need for more resources to complete the project on time."
- foresaw a future where (collocation)
- To imagine or predict a future scenario. — "Scientists foresaw a future where renewable energy sources powered most homes."
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