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likelihood

[lahyk-lee-hood] / ˈlaɪk liˌhʊd /


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On Thursday, the U.K. government raised its terror threat level to “severe,” indicating a high likelihood of another attack within six months.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis vaccine can prevent infections and reduce the likelihood of severe disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

There is also concern that a two-pronged attack from climate change and the arrival of the warming El Niño weather pattern later this year could increase the likelihood and severity of forest fires.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

"We learned that higher glass transition temperatures reduce the likelihood of cracking."

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

It found differences in the views of rich and poor in some areas, including the likelihood of achieving the American dream.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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