forecast
verb (used with object)
to predict (a future condition or occurrence); calculate in advance.
forecaster
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a word derived from
forecast.
Example Sentences
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Parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan could see seven- to nine-degree higher average winter temperatures compared to last year, said Paul Pastelok, AccuWeather’s lead U.S. long-range forecaster.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 10, 2026
The Pacific has been unusually active this season, according to National Weather Service lead forecaster Bob Oravec, with storm activity running above average during what is already the peak of hurricane season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026
“We expect a volatile week in the natural gas markets and partly due to approaching expiration of Sep‘26 options and futures,” the forecaster adds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
The most stylish way to wear them this summer is with a kitten heel, according to fashion expert and trend forecaster Angela Baidoo.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The weather forecaster was promising clear skies by afternoon.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
