probable

Example Sentences

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And Tipton seemed to acknowledge that everyone involved in her arrest had no probable cause to move forward, and they knew it.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

TYG could be comparatively well positioned if the recent surge in oil prices tapers off, as futures markets suggest is probable.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The most probable path may be no move at all.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

“You have to meet certain standards in order to obtain a warrant, because a warrant is extraordinary. A warrant is saying we believe there is probable cause to seize evidence, and we need it now.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“The hand, I guess, would be more probable than the head.”

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson