For/in the foreseeable future

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Happening or continue for a period of time that can be reasonably predicted.

Due to the construction work, this road will be closed for the foreseeable future.
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  • closed for the foreseeable future
  • remain for the foreseeable future
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Not Exact Time

This phrase doesn't specify an exact time period, just that it's longer than very soon.

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The museum will be under renovation for the foreseeable future.
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Vague Duration

Use when the exact duration is unknown, but expected to be long.

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She'll be working abroad for the foreseeable future.
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Expectation

Implies an expectation based on current information or trends.

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With the current budget cuts, funding will be limited for the foreseeable future.
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