How to Use more than likely in a Sentence
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However, the Chiefs have the Broncos and the Raiders left on the schedule — more than likely two wins to add to their record.
— Chris Ilenstine, Chicago Tribune, 30 Dec. 2022 -
If there was a game, Abreu more than likely found his way into the lineup.
— Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2022 -
From there, the rest of the body is more than likely to follow—from your lower back to your knees, ankles and so on.
— Jeff Tomko, Men's Health, 19 Oct. 2022 -
If a deal or land swap can’t be worked out, the two buildings will more than likely go to auction.
— John Benson, cleveland, 22 June 2022 -
When the prospect resumes working the following day, that email is now buried and will more than likely be lost.
— Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 May 2022 -
Climate change is more than likely to blame for the severity of this deadly South Asian wave.
— Brigid Kennedy, The Week, 21 May 2022 -
While Blum expects the project to be bid this year, more than likely due to contractor delays the work will begin in early 2023.
— John Benson, cleveland, 28 Sep. 2022 -
The Eugene native is more than likely going to end up at one of the two guard spots, depending on whether Bass ends up at left tackle or guard.
— oregonlive, 27 May 2022 -
If there is a problem then its performance can, and more than likely will be impacted.
— Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2022 -
Jones had been considered a lottery pick for so long, but now will more than likely be picked outside the top three selections.
— Marisa Ingemi, San Francisco Chronicle, 9 Apr. 2023 -
The funds can be used to help pay for an existing account or start a new one for someone who is more than likely borrowing your password.
— Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2022 -
And Friday's forthcoming decision will more than likely not be the last time the high court decides a case over mifepristone.
— Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner, 21 Apr. 2023 -
Every parent, more than likely, has encountered messes of all sizes around their homes.
— Kylee McGuigan, Popular Mechanics, 9 Nov. 2022 -
These are wildlife neighbors who more than likely have adopted a similar morning schedule.
— Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2022 -
The good news is that the high chance of showers will more than likely keep temperatures slightly cooler than the previous days with temperatures settling on a high of 94.
— Joe Mario Pedersen, Orlando Sentinel, 14 July 2022 -
This season, only nine pitchers have as many or more innings than Kelly — and, more than likely, only a handful of them will actually get to 200.
— Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 22 Sep. 2022 -
While a few of the remaining records will be rationed out for their various solo efforts, $hort promises at least one follow-up Rushmore LP, more than likely two.
— Shaheem Reid, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2023 -
They’ve been outscored 51-3 in their past four first quarters, a trend that more than likely would doom them Sunday night against a San Francisco team that is expected to present a sharp upgrade in opposition.
— Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2022 -
Without double-points up for grabs, the chase has more than likely been trimmed to three, with Will Power carrying a solid upper-hand to Laguna Seca next weekend.
— Nathan Brown, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Sep. 2022 -
For many workers in jobs with vehemently anti-remote bosses, that more than likely means quitting for greener pastures.
— Jane Thier, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2023 -
Early reactions such as these aren't always the most accurate Geiger counter for potential radioactive box-office bombs, and the critical consensus will more than likely change as more people see the film.
— Nick Romano, EW.com, 7 June 2022 -
Airlines more than likely will compensate for cancellations due to reasons other than weather.
— Liliana Webb, Detroit Free Press, 30 June 2022 -
Those who have had any involvement with the criminal justice system often face scrutiny and judgment based on their crimes only, which is why more than likely mental health support isn’t as accessible to them.
— Marija Butkovic, Forbes, 11 July 2022 -
In education, the market and business opportunities are different, more than likely not resting in creating with AI but in spotting it.
— Derek Newton, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2023 -
Skilled organizers and career activists have decades of community experience, and more than likely, their local efforts create longer, resounding change for women on the ground who need it most.
— Ana Escalante, Glamour, 30 June 2022
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