likelihood

Example Sentences

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Analysts say New Delhi's growth trajectory reduces the likelihood of any rate cuts from India's central bank.

From Barron's

Amorim is yet to speak publicly about his time at United and sources close to the 41-year-old have said there is no immediate likelihood of that changing.

From BBC

Vaccination, which has typically been recommended for older adults, reduces the likelihood of shingles and lowers the risk of postherpetic neuralgia, or long-term nerve pain that can persist after the rash clears.

From Science Daily

Here's a crucial detail: the lower likelihood of reaching 100 among non-meat eaters was only observed in underweight participants.

From Science Daily

"To sentence my 69-year-old father under the pretext that his actions lowered the 'likelihood' of my return to stand trial is not justice; it is a judicial farce," she said.

From Barron's