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Recent Examples of unforeseeable
The families say the July tragedy was not an unforeseeable act of nature but the result of years of dangerous decisions.
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Katey Psencik, Austin American Statesman, 10 Nov. 2025
Rough-hewn and flinty, a movie star without stereotypical movie-star looks, Hackman gave even his humorous roles a sinister, unforeseeable edge, the way an animal's behavior is not entirely predictable.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2025
They got paid, though certainly not what would soon become the series’ fair market value — the show’s ceiling was unforeseeable when the paperwork was signed.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
If there’s a force majeure clause in the new rights contracts that allows the NBA’s media partners to temporarily halt running sportsbook ads when an unforeseeable event makes such airings impractical, it’s hidden under a tide of black ink.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Katey Psencik, Austin American Statesman, 10 Nov. 2025
Rough-hewn and flinty, a movie star without stereotypical movie-star looks, Hackman gave even his humorous roles a sinister, unforeseeable edge, the way an animal's behavior is not entirely predictable.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2025
They got paid, though certainly not what would soon become the series’ fair market value — the show’s ceiling was unforeseeable when the paperwork was signed.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
If there’s a force majeure clause in the new rights contracts that allows the NBA’s media partners to temporarily halt running sportsbook ads when an unforeseeable event makes such airings impractical, it’s hidden under a tide of black ink.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unforeseeable
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At a time when festivals like Sol Blume, Goldensky and Breakaway have been cancelled or postponed, citing costs or unforeseen circumstances, Channel 24 credits the Sacramento community as the key to their success.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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But if bad weather or any other factors – such as an unforeseen issue with the spacecraft – scuttle liftoff, NASA has other backup dates available April 2-6, as well as April 30.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Expect bold, comforting flavors with a punk twist that always deliver unexpected food.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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If the goal was to build up a little it of pride about our local museum, and offer some unexpected fun to visitors, all the while doing it on a conservative budget, then that mission is accomplished.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Traditionally reliant on French institutional funding, the event now confronts an uncertain future as Mali’s military government severs ties with its former colonial overlord.—
Smooth Nzewi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Security fears If Iran keeps control of the Strait of Hormuz, investors would continue to view the trade chokepoint as dangerous and uncertain.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 A random chat could inspire you to make smarter moves.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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They are proven hitters, and baseball can be random, especially in this early part of the season when ballparks are still frozen and very few players are in midseason form.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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