how will/would
Definition of how will/would
—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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: in what manner or way
: for what reason : why
: with what meaning : to what effect
: the way or manner in which
: the state or condition in which
: that
: a question about manner or method
: manner, method
: desire, wish
: used to express desire, choice, willingness, consent, or in negative constructions refusal
: used to express frequent, customary, or habitual action or natural tendency or disposition
: desire, wish: such as
: disposition, inclination
: appetite, passion
: to order or direct by a will
: to dispose of by or as if by a will : bequeath
: to determine by an act of choice
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