likelihood

Example Sentences

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They are less likely to marry than their never-displaced peers and also face a higher likelihood of delayed life milestones, such as homeownership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

He said in cup ties that have no likelihood whatsoever of the outcome changing, blowing up early can be OK.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

They are skeptical of the resiliency of travel demand given the likelihood of a prolonged period of higher energy prices and decelerating credit card data, the analyst wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The likelihood of a recession in the U.S. has risen to an uncomfortably high level of 40%, said Ellen Zentner, chief economic strategist for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, in an interview with Bloomberg.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The market often underestimated the likelihood of extreme moves in prices.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis