uncertain

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“The direction of travel is now more uncertain, and the next few days will be critical in determining whether diplomacy can reassert itself or whether the conflict moves into a more sustained escalation cycle.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The declaration came after Trump told ABC News he was uncertain about Netanyahu's intentions.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

That’s real hope amid this dangerous, uncertain moment.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Wednesday's Pearson Edexcel paper one exam has left students feeling "overwhelmed" and "uncertain" by questions that required "multiple layers of reasoning" and "extended algebraic manipulation".

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

But I felt awkward and uncertain around other children, and they seemed to feel the same way about me.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate