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probable

[prob-uh-buhl] / ˈprɒb ə bəl /


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Other groups also later became eligible for the programme, including certain sixth form students attending a school or college where there had been a confirmed or probable case.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Bonta said “the affidavits did not identify any specific felony offense the sheriff had probable cause to believe had been committed or that a particular person had committed a felony.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

And Tipton seemed to acknowledge that everyone involved in her arrest had no probable cause to move forward, and they knew it.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

TYG could be comparatively well positioned if the recent surge in oil prices tapers off, as futures markets suggest is probable.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

For, though it offended her sense of order, she knew it was overwhelmingly probable that everyone else had thoughts like hers.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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