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Foregone conclusion
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a result or decision that seems certain before it officially happens
Idiom
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
complex compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
foregone conclusions
What 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.
Examples
Many voters saw his victory as a foregone conclusion.
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