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probable

[prob-uh-buhl] / ˈprɒb ə bəl /


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The alleged misconduct in that case came to light in late 2022 after a motorist said police had pulled him over and searched his vehicle without consent or probable cause.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The most probable response is not the same as a factually verified answer, complete with context.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

In addition, three people have died, with two of those confirmed as having hantavirus and one probable case, the WHO said.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

That brings the total number of cases of hantavirus to nine, seven laboratory confirmed and two probable cause, including three deaths.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

The beneficent snowfall and kroxet—windless weather 0°F and 20°—that had seen us through Tarrenpeth and out of range of probable pursuit, now dissolved wretchedly into above-freezing temperatures and rain.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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