scenario

Example Sentences

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Officials had also been developing "very aggressive plans" for a scenario in which the tank's integrity fails, Covey said at the time.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

However, Zeldin said "the most likely scenario is one of a low-volume release, where the local authorities are going to be able to monitor, neutralize and contain the threat."

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

Another scenario that could result in significant environmental damage to waterways and the ocean is a massive leak, although such a leak would eliminate the possibility of a more dangerous explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Lack of attention paid to the location of the trust and the beneficiaries could, in a worst-case scenario, even lead to double taxation.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

When a big black rig finally pulled over, brakes wheezing, engine rumbling, I ran for it, leaving the nasty death scenario stalled at the side of the road.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx