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
Eight of those cases have been laboratory confirmed for Andes virus infection, while two are considered probable cases.
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Besides wanting to back the probable winner (Bass) who can help deliver lucrative new contracts, the police union also has reasons to spite Raman.
—Sal Rodriguez, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
But based on actions the EEOC has taken against other prominent organizations, an investigation into the NFL seems plausible, even probable.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 15 May 2026
The next probable concept is airflow.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Besides wanting to back the probable winner (Bass) who can help deliver lucrative new contracts, the police union also has reasons to spite Raman.
—Sal Rodriguez, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
But based on actions the EEOC has taken against other prominent organizations, an investigation into the NFL seems plausible, even probable.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 15 May 2026
The next probable concept is airflow.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for probable
Adjective
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Both theories are plausible, Cooper agreed.—
Sneha Dhandapani,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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There are more than 78,000 plausible configurations the electrons might be in; the ground state is a superposition, or a sort of weighted combination, of all these configurations.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
29 May 2026
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Historically, the community in Putumayo has been concerned about possible links between paramilitary groups and others connected to oil companies.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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All ingredients are local and sourced from no further than 13 miles from the hotel, and are organic where possible.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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The emphasis in Panama, however, centered less on exact dates than on forcing a credible electoral calendar into the public debate.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Before Chula Vista grants land on generous terms, the public should see a credible financial model.—
Christos Korgan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Avoid spraying when wind speeds exceed 5 miles per hour and use a low spray pressure to increase droplet size, as larger particles are less likely to move with the wind.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Clint Dempsey had the honor of representing the United States in three World Cups, and there were likely times during all three where questions about the roster came about once it was revealed before the tournament.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Tumi also offers a more high-end version at 31 percent off, featuring a wipeable lining for inevitable makeup leaks.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Was that inevitable given her skills?—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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According to the club, these students should also be potential leaders who have sustained our democratic way of life and exhibited outstanding citizenship traits.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Investigators were working to determine what led to the incident and identify potential suspects.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
26 May 2026
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“Probable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probable. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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