most likely
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The most likely explanation is that the shipment was being loaded or unloaded when an accident caused it to fall into the water.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
After New Zealand resumed on 37-3, Ravindra and Mitchell were the most likely of their remaining batters to dig in and made England's task harder.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
In a report Friday, a team of Jefferies analysts called the big techs “the most likely source of funds” for portfolio managers planning to buy into the listing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
We are debating whether we should accept the loss and move, renting a place elsewhere near my family, most likely about a six-hour drive away.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
On Thursday afternoon, he left his home and his possessions behind, most likely forever.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
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