Future simple for predictions
We use the future simple tenseA grammatical category that is marked by verb inflection. To express when an event or action happens in time or when a state exists, we use tenses. to express a subjective prediction, which is a hypothesis based on opinion or intuition. Whether or not the eventA general term expressing that somebody or something does something or that something happens. E.g.: An apple fell on Isaac’s head. will happen or not is not certain. Very often this kind of prediction is introduced by I think/I don't think.
I don't think he'll come.
I predict that the Congress will pass an anti-piracy law soon.
Grammar quotes
You will never win if you never begin.
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Helen Rowland
If you do not sow in the spring, you will not reap in the autumn.
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Irish proverb
If you're in a bad situation, don't worry it'll change. If you're in a good situation, don't worry it'll change.
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John A. Simone, Sr.
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