how will/would

phrase

used to express doubt that something will happen or is possible
How will we (ever) get everything done on time?
How would he manage without her?

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So, how will Fujitsu’s approach to this cutting-edge tech affect global business strategies? Fujitsu Contributor, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026 But how will the Age of Attraction relationships fair after testing the show's age-blind approach to love? Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2026 So, how will these factors influence mortgage interest rates this month? Matt Richardson, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026 So if Tagovailoa iss being shown the door, and Willis isn’t on the way in, how will Miami address the most important position in football, if not sports? Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for how will/would

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“How will/would.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/how%20will%2Fwould. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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