What literary device would a writer MOST likely employ if they are looking to raise the stakes by giving the reader a clue about how the story will end?

A flash forward briefly shows or hints at an event that will happen later in the story, giving readers a clue about the ending and building suspense. A cliffhanger leaves a moment unresolved, but it does not necessarily reveal what is coming. Therefore, the best choice is a flash forward.

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