likely

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The biggest immediate impact is likely to fall on the approximately 300 residents of Samoa, a town that sits on the tiny spit of land that protects the bay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The reverse singles are likely to feature Dart against Gibson before a potential deciding rubber between Stojsavljevic and Birrell.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

To add to the complexity, I am terrified of flying, so we would likely need to book a transatlantic cruise to and from Europe.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Since the super-rich are adept at concealing their wealth, the actual number is likely much higher.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

It’s our father, likely calling to see how our mystery shopping trip to the nonexistent Somewhere Mall went.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller