improbability

Example Sentences

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"The inherent improbability that such a large number of journalists would do that should be borne in mind," White argued.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

I wish I could tell you I respected the improbability of the windfall by immediately retreating to my suite.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

Such improbability is what propelled the Club 27 myth to prominence, and subsequent deaths — especially Kurt Cobain’s passing — continue to fuel its mystique, Dunivin said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2024

Mr Sterling said: "The improbability of this event defies rational explanation."

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2024

We fight no matter the cost of battle, the losses we take, the improbability of success.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel