predestinations

noun

plural of predestination
as in hazards
the belief that everything that will happen has already been predetermined and cannot be changed

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  1. hazards
  2. accidents
  3. luck
  4. chances
  5. casualties
  6. haps
  7. portions
  8. circumstances
Noun
  • The most significant effects are expected along Orange and San Diego counties’ coastlines this week, where the high tides are forecast to cause localized flooding, more coastal erosion and other hazards.
    — Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The League of Women Voters of Alaska and Common Cause filed separately, warning that the DOJ’s demand to investigate voter intent presents severe constitutional hazards.
    — Hugh Son, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of hazards
Noun
  • Unexpected illnesses and accidents could also require you to change your plans.
    — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The risk of death from suicide was nearly doubled, showing an 89% increase, while the risk of dying from intentional or unintentional injuries, such as motor vehicle accidents, was 55% higher, the study found.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of accidents
Noun
  • The prince didn’t have any luck in blocking Kelce, which comes as little surprise given the Chiefs star knows how to avoid defensive players.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Halloween fireballs Our last pick is going to take a great deal of patience, and a good amount of luck!
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of luck
Noun
  • Ohio Republicans redrew Kaptur’s seat this cycle, but Democrats are bullish on her chances.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • What readers are saying The comments reflect a mix of skepticism and concern about the upcoming elections, with some expressing doubt about the Democrats' chances in the Senate and others worried about potential election chaos and disputes.
    — Amber Phillips, Washington Post, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of chances
Noun
  • The techniques were refined between the wars by the French, British, German, and Spanish armed forces, and during the Second World War, tens of thousands of casualties were flown across the European and Pacific theaters.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2026
  • South Sudan’s Foreign Ministry also blamed Sudan’s military, saying the attack hit multiple locations within the market, causing civilian casualties and extensive property damage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of casualties
Noun
  • Check out his latest artwork, photos and adventures from the past, and current haps on his website Cory Richards Dot Com.
    — Outside Online, Outside Online, 3 Dec. 2025
Definition of haps
Noun
  • Adell said roads such as Rocky Canyon Road and 8th Street run through portions of that area, and only allow responders 10 feet of space on either side.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The score also compares the amount of each food needed to provide 100 grams of protein, not equal-sized portions.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of portions
Noun
  • These circumstances, too, create a perception of the world as unpredictable and may lead people to seek escape via alcohol or other drugs.
    — Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
  • In a Facebook post, police explained that officers can consider the circumstances when deciding whether warnings, citations or other enforcement are appropriate within the law and department policy.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of circumstances
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