likely
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To deliver in this fashion, at the age of 19, underlined his potential as the most likely world champion this year at this early stage.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Deficiency is more likely in older adults with limited sun exposure, reduced mobility, darker skin, care-home residence or diets low in vitamin D-rich foods.
From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026
“You’re paying for a possible but not entirely likely scenario,” he said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026
Yet that’s likely just the opening salvo of a disruptive weather system that could affect the 38-day competition, which kicks off next week with games in Mexico, Canada and the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Most likely, Trey had been referring to our close friendship.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
Vocabulary lists containing likely
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 4
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 3
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