1
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
Now 31, Victor was born in Paris, raised in San Francisco and attended Northwestern University, where they were drawn, like a moth to the flame of probable career disaster, to comic improvisation as well as acting training.
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Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
In 2015, the D.C. Department of Energy and the Environment (DEE) found bacteria levels over 2,420 times the most probable number of colonies in 100 milliliters.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
How many cases are there in Oklahoma? Oklahoma held steady Friday with a total of 14 confirmed and three probable cases.
—Devi Shastri, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
For items like toys, Miller said, percentage increases in the double-digit range seem probable.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
In 2015, the D.C. Department of Energy and the Environment (DEE) found bacteria levels over 2,420 times the most probable number of colonies in 100 milliliters.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
How many cases are there in Oklahoma? Oklahoma held steady Friday with a total of 14 confirmed and three probable cases.
—Devi Shastri, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
For items like toys, Miller said, percentage increases in the double-digit range seem probable.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 20 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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Dutch’s mission is rooted in making that bond possible—for more people—by providing affordable, ongoing access to care.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Although an appeal remains possible, the ruling delivers a decisive and public defeat for Baldoni and Wayfarer in their attempt to reframe the fallout over the film.—
Josh Rottenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 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
Adjective
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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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Understanding potential pitfalls helps new leaders develop strategies before problems emerge.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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“Probable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probable. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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