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likely

[lahyk-lee] / ˈlaɪk li /




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The Bank of Korea said in a policy report in December that it expects inflation to average 2.1% for 2026, helped by likely lower oil prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The U.S. is likely working through diplomatic channels to determine if it’s actually registered in Russia,” said retired Rear Adm.

From The Wall Street Journal

The marvel is that United end 2025 sixth in the table, behind Chelsea - who occupy what is likely to be the fifth Champions League qualification spot - only on goal difference.

From BBC

The fulcrum of the political year ahead isn't likely to be until Thursday 7 May.

From BBC

According to the preliminary monthly run of the Chicago Fed’s labor-market model, employment fundamentals like the hiring rate for unemployed workers and the rates of layoffs and quits were likely little changed this month.

From The Wall Street Journal