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Prospect

usgb/ˈprɑːspekt/Volume
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Focusing Future

Use 'prospect' when talking about possible future outcomes, especially with a sense of anticipation or concern.

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The prospect of climate change is worrisome.
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Not Immediate

'Prospect' suggests a future event, not something happening right now or in the past.

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She's excited by the prospect of studying abroad next year.
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