Premonitory
[pree-MAH-nuh-tor-ee]
Hint 1.
You're likely familiar with the similar words "monitor" and "premonition."
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
"The miner stared at the canary’s sudden stillness—a premonitory sign that something deadly was stirring in the depths of the shaft."
What is the best definition of premonitory?
A.
Indicating that the end is approaching
B.
Serving as a warning of future misfortune
C.
Predestined or determined in advance
D.
Possessing the ability to predict the future
Hint 1.
You're likely familiar with the similar words "monitor" and "premonition."
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
"The miner stared at the canary’s sudden stillness—a premonitory sign that something deadly was stirring in the depths of the shaft."
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