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While the character has occasionally appeared in “SVU” episodes since his return, the end of “Organized Crime” likely means Meloni is done playing Stabler full time, at least for now.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
And if even one of those delicate matters falls through, the catastrophic disruption promulgated by the strait’s closure is likely to last indefinitely.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
Bank of Canada Gov. Tiff Macklem expects March inflation accelerated, likely below 3%, and will closely watch inflation expectations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
"But I believe that it's probably likely to be a combination isn't it, people will still want to drive."
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
C.C. suggested that the mattress was most likely brought over from the Shipwreck, as Duane now called the place where she lived.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
Vocabulary lists containing likely
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 4
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 3
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