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Foregone conclusion
/fɔːɡˈɒn kənklˈuːʒən/
/foːɹɡˈɑːn kənklˈuːʒən/Foregone conclusion
01
predem daný závěr, nevyhnutelný výsledek
something that is assumed to be true or already decided upon before any evidence or arguments are presented
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "foregone conclusion" and when to use it?
The idiom "foregone conclusion" dates back to the early 17th century and is used to describe an outcome or result that is so predictable and certain that it can be considered established before the relevant events or circumstances have even unfolded.
Example
With their impressive lead going into the final inning, it was a foregone conclusion that the home team would win the game.
Given his extensive qualifications and experience, his appointment as the company 's CEO was a foregone conclusion.
The academic 's research was so thorough that it made the success of her groundbreaking theory a foregone conclusion.
02
nevyhnutelný závěr, předem daný výsledek
something that is so certain to happen that it can be considered inevitable
Example
The team ’s victory was a foregone conclusion, given their strong performance throughout the season.
It ’s a foregone conclusion that the new policy will pass with such overwhelming support.
After months of rumors, his resignation felt like a foregone conclusion.
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