for the foreseeable future — for as long ahead in time as can reasonably be predicted or planned
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: for as long ahead in time as can reasonably be predicted or planned
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɔːr ðə fɔːrˈsiːəbəl ˈfjuːtʃər/
Example Sentences
- My wallet will remain empty for the foreseeable future after buying this expensive coffee machine.
- The company plans to work from home for the foreseeable future.
- I'll be avoiding the gym for the foreseeable future - my couch and I have become best friends.
for the foreseeable future
NOUN[/fɔːr ðə fɔːrˈsiːəbəl ˈfjuːtʃər/]
for as long ahead in time as can reasonably be predicted or planned
for as long ahead in time as can reasonably be predicted or planned
Coding on his computer for the foreseeable future!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase combines 'foresee', derived from Old English 'foreseon' (fore- meaning 'before' + see meaning 'to perceive'), with the suffix '-able' (capable of being), and 'future' from Latin 'futurus' (about to be). It expresses a time period that can be predicted or anticipated based on present circumstances.
Breakdown
fore- (before) + see (perceive) + -able (capable of being) + future (time to come). The compound 'foreseeable' describes what can be anticipated, while 'for the foreseeable future' denotes an indefinite but predictable period ahead.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My wallet will remain empty for the foreseeable future after buying this expensive coffee machine.”
“The company plans to work from home for the foreseeable future.”
“I'll be avoiding the gym for the foreseeable future - my couch and I have become best friends.”
“The construction project will continue for the foreseeable future.”
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