forecast

/fɔrˈkæst/
verb
  1. To predict or estimate something that will happen in the future, especially based on current data or trends.
    • The company forecast higher sales for the next quarter.
    • Meteorologists forecast sunny skies for the holiday.
    • Experts forecast that the population will continue to grow.
noun
  1. A statement or prediction about what will happen in the future, especially about the weather.
    • According to the economic forecast, job growth will slow down next year.
    • The weather forecast says it will rain all weekend.
    • I always check the forecast before planning a picnic.
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