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Foregone conclusion
/fɔːɡˈɒn kənklˈuːʒən/
/foːɹɡˈɑːn kənklˈuːʒən/Foregone conclusion
01
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.
02
something that is so certain to happen that it can be considered inevitable, regardless of what actions are taken to prevent it
foregone conclusion
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Given his extensive qualifications and experience, his appointment as the company's CEO was a foregone conclusion.
The way the voting trends were going, it was a foregone conclusion that the incumbent mayor would be reelected.
With their impressive lead going into the final inning, it was a foregone conclusion that the home team would win the game.
The academic's research was so thorough that it made the success of her groundbreaking theory a foregone conclusion.
His dedicated training and hard work made it a foregone conclusion that he would set a new world record in the sport.
