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Visitors also encountered the phonograph and early mechanical fastening devices that foreshadowed later developments in clothing closures.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

That set foreshadowed the history lesson in Puerto Rican music Bad Bunny would soon give with "Debi Tirar Mas Fotos," which he promoted with a hometown concert residency.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

In October, Bessent had foreshadowed the change, saying future revisions would “position FinCEN as a gatekeeper” over AML enforcement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

Harry Brook's elevation to vice-captain was foreshadowed by coach Brendon McCullum more than a week ago.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025

The AEC personnel board hearings foreshadowed a conflict over security and politics that would have a historic impact on the Berkeley campus and the Rad Lab.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik