likely
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The likely power shift comes a year after Carney became prime minister and follows a series of defections by opposition members of parliament to the Liberals.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
“That nonviolent escalation leaves room for more talks, but will likely push oil prices higher in the interim.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 12, 2026
How he addresses the government’s human-rights record is likely to be closely followed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
"China perceives Spain as relatively friendly, less confrontational toward China than other countries and likely more independent from Washington. This allows for more autonomous decision-making," he told AFP.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
She badly needs a new facial cleanser and most likely braces, but she looks normal enough.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
Vocabulary lists containing likely
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