Foreshadow and Forewarn

Foreshadow

Foreshadow verb - To give a slight indication of beforehand.
Usage example: a series of small tremors that foreshadowed the massive earthquake the next day
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Synonyms for Foreshadow

Forewarn and foreshadow are semantically related. in augur topic. In some cases you can use "Forewarn" instead a verb "Foreshadow".

Nearby Word: foreshadowing

Forewarn

Forewarn verb - To give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk.
Usage example: I should forewarn you before you come to visit that we have a dog
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Synonyms for Forewarn

Foreshadow and forewarn are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Foreshadow" instead a verb "Forewarn".

Nearby Word: forewarning
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