as in diviners
one who predicts future events or developments
some regard that 16th-century astrologer as an uncanny foreteller of some of the most disastrous events of the 20th century
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But aren’t prophets esteemed precisely for their willingness to tell difficult truths to the people of God?—
Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2026 -
If history is repetition, then prophets of the past must have something to teach us.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Feb. 2026
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Thunderstorms combined with strong winds and rough seas could also create dangerous marine conditions early next week, forecasters said.—
Staff,
Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Wind gusts up to 30 mph are forecast for Monday, and up to 60 mph gusts are expected Tuesday, forecasters said.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Foretellers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foretellers. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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