Example Sentences

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Jack's prediction: Out of all the games I am predicting, I found this one the hardest.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2023

“I am predicting that we are going to see a number of these fraudsters use those sophisticated methods and shift their focus to those programs — if they haven’t already.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 12, 2022

Writers branch voters haven’t been generous to international cinema of late, but here I am predicting two nominations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2020

I am predicting that from the moment you read this sentence, Curry will only miss seven three-pointers the rest of the postseason.

From Washington Post • Apr. 14, 2019

I am predicting a big game from Bernard Pollard, who I believe will line up as if to cover the tight end, then blitz and hit the San Francisco quarterback hard, forcing a fumble.

From New York Times • Jan. 29, 2013