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also prophesies
as in predictions
a declaration that something will happen in the future
the report on climate change included alarming prophecies of rising sea levels and increased storm activity
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Recent Examples of prophecies
Network has been rightfully criticized for its portrayal of Arabs, but the film’s other themes — the rise of reality TV, the media’s exploitation of celebrities, the prioritization of ratings above all else — now seem like prophecies.
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Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The ceremonies will include the singing of the scriptural prophecies concerning the passion and the crucifixion and the singing of the passion proper, followed by the veneration of the cross.
—From Staff Reports, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Apr. 2026
Some cite end-times beliefs and interpretations of biblical prophecies as part of their interest.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
And as any sci-fi or fantasy fan knows, prophecies can be hell.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Some evangelicals espouse prophecies in which warfare involving Israel is key to bringing about the return of Jesus.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
In one episode which went viral, Thiel is depicted as a bizarre authority on biblical prophecies and the Antichrist, often tied to the series’ political plots.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
As the American and Israeli war with Iran unfolds, some American Christians are speaking of the conflict in biblical terms, mapping end-time prophecies on to current events in the Middle East.
—Shalom Goldman, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
Daddy and my grandpa argued constantly about which prophecies had been fulfilled.
—Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The ceremonies will include the singing of the scriptural prophecies concerning the passion and the crucifixion and the singing of the passion proper, followed by the veneration of the cross.
—From Staff Reports, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Apr. 2026
Some cite end-times beliefs and interpretations of biblical prophecies as part of their interest.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
And as any sci-fi or fantasy fan knows, prophecies can be hell.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Some evangelicals espouse prophecies in which warfare involving Israel is key to bringing about the return of Jesus.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
In one episode which went viral, Thiel is depicted as a bizarre authority on biblical prophecies and the Antichrist, often tied to the series’ political plots.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
As the American and Israeli war with Iran unfolds, some American Christians are speaking of the conflict in biblical terms, mapping end-time prophecies on to current events in the Middle East.
—Shalom Goldman, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
Daddy and my grandpa argued constantly about which prophecies had been fulfilled.
—Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prophecies
Noun
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Stay ahead of every moment, from theme predictions to who’s wearing who.—
Emma Cline,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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After nearly four months, some rate predictions may need to be recast.—
Tim Maxwell,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Roku beat Wall Street earnings forecasts for the first quarter of 2026 and raised its full-year profit guidance as the company continues its upward rise on the streaming-video tide.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Apple beat Wall Street forecasts on the top and bottom lines for the three months ended in March despite a slight miss on iPhone sales, which were still extremely robust.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Prophecies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prophecies. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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