the inevitable
noun
: something that is sure to happen
They're just trying to delay/postpone the inevitable.
Examples of the inevitable in a Sentence
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Our promptness was an attempt to alleviate, as much as possible, the inevitable feeling in airports that the world is against you.
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J.r. Patterson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 June 2024
During the Stanley Cup finals, the Iceplex became a prime venue for the inevitable: watch parties that drew hundreds of fans.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2024
Beginning of a Mavericks Miracle or just the inevitable delayed?
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024
Preparing for the inevitable worsening of climate impacts on elections is, therefore, essential.
—Karen Florini, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2024
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J.r. Patterson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 June 2024
During the Stanley Cup finals, the Iceplex became a prime venue for the inevitable: watch parties that drew hundreds of fans.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2024
Beginning of a Mavericks Miracle or just the inevitable delayed?
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024
Preparing for the inevitable worsening of climate impacts on elections is, therefore, essential.
—Karen Florini, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for the inevitable
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“The inevitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20inevitable. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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