initially predict

Frequency: 5.03.4 per million words

To forecast something at the very beginning.

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Examples (10)

  • The scientists initially predicted a mild winter, but it turned out to be severe.
  • No one could initially predict the widespread impact of the new social media platform.
  • The stock market was initially predicted to fall sharply, but it stabilized quickly.
  • She initially predicted the construction project would take six months to complete.
  • It's challenging to initially predict how consumers will react to a radical new design.
  • The weather forecast initially predicted heavy rain, but we had clear skies all day.
  • Experts initially predicted a slow recovery for the global economy after the crisis.
  • We couldn't initially predict the complex logistical challenges involved in the expedition.
  • While they initially predicted a smooth launch, several unforeseen technical issues arose.
  • The doctor initially predicted a quick and full recovery for the patient after the surgery.