Foretelling
/fôrˈtelɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of predicting or proclaiming future events, often relevant in legal contexts involving contracts, wills, or evidence of intent.
The foretelling of market trends was considered in the court's assessment of the contract's validity.
Forms
- foretell
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Commentary
Foretelling is primarily used as a noun denoting the act of predicting future events; in legal drafting, clarity about the basis and admissibility of such claims is essential.
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