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probable

[prob-uh-buhl] / ˈprɒb ə bəl /


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Hantavirus has been confirmed in six patients, with one other probable case, according to an AFP tally from official sources.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Rather than put himself through the pain of a probable defeat, Sir Keir may leave office in the wake of Burnham winning the by-election.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The merged company, which would continue under the Equinox Gold name, is expected to produce about 1.1 million ounces of gold annually and hold roughly 23 million ounces of proven and probable reserves.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The alleged misconduct in that case came to light in late 2022 after a motorist said police had pulled him over and searched his vehicle without consent or probable cause.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

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

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




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