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as in plausible
worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable
the counselor could find no probable reason for the girl's bizarre actions
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2
as in possible
having a high chance of occurring
a probable outcome of the price increase will be lower consumption
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Recent Examples of probable
Doyle is the probable SEC pitcher of the year, and possibly the national pitcher of the year.
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Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 16 May 2025
Si su empresa aún no tiene una, es probable que pronto la tenga.
—Thomas McKinlay, Harvard Business Review, 12 May 2025
The Leafs were always more probable than not to lose this series and the odds now are greatly stacked against them.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Without human oversight, brand language may drift toward the generic, the probable, and the forgettable.
—Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 16 May 2025
Si su empresa aún no tiene una, es probable que pronto la tenga.
—Thomas McKinlay, Harvard Business Review, 12 May 2025
The Leafs were always more probable than not to lose this series and the odds now are greatly stacked against them.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Without human oversight, brand language may drift toward the generic, the probable, and the forgettable.
—Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for probable
Adjective
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Most of these magnetic fields have a plausible origin story.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
5 June 2025
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Using a plausible cover story, the red team passed front-desk security, loitered in stairwells, and accessed upper levels with lower foot traffic.—
Jochen Schwenk,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2025
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The Boise City Council approved plan modifications May 13 for a central village green and town center that would include shopping, coffee shops and food spots, including possible food carts in a park area.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Today’s leadership challenge is to build businesses that are not only efficient and competitive in the short term, but credible, trustworthy, and resilient over time.—
Mary Johnstone-Louis,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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For example, a user attempting to appear as a credible journalist might choose a handle like @JamesBurnsNYT rather than something more casual like @JimB_NYC.—
Azwad Anjum Islam,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2025
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This doesn’t mean that anyone should chase emotionally unavailable partners, but confirms that creating a little bit of mystery can increase anticipation and likely, attraction.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Although wildfire prevention is the best strategy, some wildfires are inevitable.—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The four-walled hideaway sets up quickly to help campers escape the bloodthirsty swarm of mosquitoes, biting midges and other gnawing pests that can be an inevitable part of an outdoor stay.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 May 2025
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Other volunteers recently inspired her to start taking shelter dogs out for walks and hikes to get them away from the facility — and in front of potential adopters.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
8 June 2025
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That hasn’t stopped the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment from opening an investigation into potential violations during the 2022-2023 shutdown.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
7 June 2025
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“Probable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probable. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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