forefeel

verb

(ˌ)fȯr-ˈfēl How to pronounce forefeel (audio)
Definition of forefeelnext
as in to anticipate
to realize or know about beforehand did any of the passengers embarking on the Titanic's maiden voyage forefeel their impending doom?

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  1. anticipate
  2. foresee
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  • The arch will disturb the sightline between more landmarks than anticipated, the report said.
    — Matthew Daly, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Reliable, independent government reporting is an important part of the information infrastructure businesses use to understand labor supply, anticipate change and make workforce decisions.
    — Sheila Callaham, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of anticipate
Verb
  • Quarter-sized hail (1 inch) is foreseen with the incoming storm.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Not long ago, Phillies management foresaw Miller as Bohm’s inevitable replacement.
    — Anthony Stitt, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of foresee
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“Forefeel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forefeel. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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