forewarn
verb (used with object)
to warn in advance.
forewarning
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present participleof forewarn.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Women's Aid, the national charity aiming to end domestic abuse, is calling for more forewarning of alerts wherever possible.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
The economist once known as Dr. Doom, after forewarning the Japanese crash of the 1990s, said interest rates are likely to break higher soon, taking the stock market with it.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 9, 2026
When the demolition crews arrived Monday at the White House, there had been no forewarning.
From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2025
It may be best to roll it out slowly, with trial periods and plenty of forewarning to markets.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2025
His voice is calm yet forewarning, like thunder from a storm that hasn’t hit yet.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
