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likelihood

[lahyk-lee-hood] / ˈlaɪk liˌhʊd /


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In Masturzo’s view, markets may be over-appreciating the fact that the cease-fire is holding and negotiations are ongoing, reducing the likelihood of renewed hostilities.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Instead, the associations may reflect a higher likelihood of serious health complications among those taking them, including cardiovascular events, falls and stroke.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

Desjardins analyst Benoit Poirier thinks the positioning increases the likelihood that Amazon will seek external expertise, which could create new collaboration opportunities for MDA as Amazon builds out its network.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

But the longer the war drags on, the higher the likelihood of rising systemic risks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

In all likelihood, she continued to run in whichever direction seemed the most fire and smoke free.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy




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