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probable

[prob-uh-buhl] / ˈprɒb ə bəl /


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The International Agency for Research on Cancer considers glyphosate a probable human carcinogen.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

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

They generate a statistically probable answer which is “Thomas Edison.”

From Salon • May 12, 2026

The agency identified a fourth of all talent agent awards as requiring extra review or demonstrating probable fraud.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

She felt what he had felt—the awfulness of what a moment’s inattention, thoughtlessness, stupidity had brought about, and its probable cost.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks




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