Forewarning

/fɔːrˈwɔːrnɪŋ/
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Unexpected Event

Use 'forewarning' to suggest an event was surprising and not anticipated.

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The storm came without forewarning, leaving the town unprepared.
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Sense of Urgency

'Forewarning' often implies a need for immediate attention or action.

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The forewarning of the stock market crash caused investors to sell quickly.
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Hints of Future

Forewarning may be based on hints or signs of what will happen, not just explicit announcements.

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The silence was a forewarning of the bad news to come.
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