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uncertain

[uhn-sur-tn] / ʌnˈsɜr tn /


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Despite the company’s gains, analysts say they are uncertain if Graphic’s efforts to cut costs will continue to be enough to offset inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026

The mother of a baby who fell ill on holiday and cannot get home has said "every day is frightening and uncertain".

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

It is uncertain how that might influence the federal investigations and civil lawsuits.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

But polling errors, redrawn districts and record campaign spending make the outcome uncertain.

From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026

Mr. Rochester now tried to walk about: vainly,—all was too uncertain.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë


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