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as in possibility
something that can develop or become actual
a cure for that form of cancer seems like a certain eventuality—it's just a matter of time
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as in event
something that might happen
a full-force hurricane on the day of the picnic was one eventuality that we hadn't planned on
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Recent Examples of eventuality
European diplomats and their respective leaders have been preparing for the eventuality of a Trump victory for more than 12 months, placing a growing focus on policies that could protect the European economy from potential trade disputes.
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Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
This is to avoid an eventuality in which Gallagher leaves Stamford Bridge for nothing at all in 2025.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
The Champenoise are indeed excited for that eventuality as well.
—J'nai Gaither, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
Congress doesn’t and can’t think of every eventuality when creating new rules, so details are left to the agencies tasked with implementing them.
—Philip Bump, Washington Post, 28 June 2024
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Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
This is to avoid an eventuality in which Gallagher leaves Stamford Bridge for nothing at all in 2025.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
The Champenoise are indeed excited for that eventuality as well.
—J'nai Gaither, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
Congress doesn’t and can’t think of every eventuality when creating new rules, so details are left to the agencies tasked with implementing them.
—Philip Bump, Washington Post, 28 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for eventuality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eventuality
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Despite that possibility, FOX Sports' Rowan Kavner is predicting Hernández will remain in Hollywood after signing a three-year deal.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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One possibility is to promote a broader view of the liberal arts.Brian Mitchell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The panel pointed out that the Secret Service, already stretched thin by the demands of a presidential campaign, was tasked with protecting two high-profile individuals that day—Trump and first lady Jill Biden, who was attending a nearby event.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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There is no way to buy it, and mothers can only get it for free by participating in events.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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This curiosity led him to specialize in immunology during his Ph.D. studies, focusing on the immune system’s potential to combat diseases, including cancer.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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And whilst most small business owners will have no desire to take the franchising route, there are certainly some valuable lessons that can be learned from the franchise business model and applied to any business in order to unlock potential and to fuel growth.Fiona Simpson, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Last Friday a judge denied the Philadelphia Eagles’ motion for reconsideration in their case against Factory Mutual Insurance.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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In some states felons are ineligible to vote, unless specific requirements (as in Trump’s case) are met.Sabrina Clay, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eventuality. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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