had predicted
- past perfect of predict.
Example Sentences
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This exact problem arose in the recent first round of the Los Angeles mayoral race, where markets had predicted much greater success for Spencer Pratt than he actually achieved.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
As well as her stats, Ravika started reading Reddit posts from women who said their Oura ring had predicted not only their pregnancy but their miscarriage as well, through the ring's "major signs" notification.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
The company had predicted deliveries of 9,000 to 11,000 for the quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
But the outcome was closer than most had predicted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
They popped out of a hole just where Hazel had predicted.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
