as in doubtful
not likely to be true or to occur
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The worst of the winter weather—including winter storm warnings and high wind warnings—is expected in Montana and Wyoming, traditionally red states that former President Donald Trump is unlikely to lose, even if voter turnout falls with the inclement weather.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Iowa isn’t even considered a swing state, and Harris is unlikely to win it.
—The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
In many ways, Azerbaijan is an extremely unlikely candidate.
—Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
And certainly, most visitors from abroad are unlikely to visit a place based solely on a Green Key certificate or GDSI score.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Iowa isn’t even considered a swing state, and Harris is unlikely to win it.
—The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
In many ways, Azerbaijan is an extremely unlikely candidate.
—Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
And certainly, most visitors from abroad are unlikely to visit a place based solely on a Green Key certificate or GDSI score.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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The Grizzlies said his return to the game was doubtful because of a right hamstring issue.Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
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Whether the Wildcats can win two more games is doubtful.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024
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Legitimate news is widely regarded as fake, and dubious news is regarded as real.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Outside looking in The dubious distinction of being the first team outside the top 12 looking in belongs to No. 13 SMU, who are tied with Miami atop the ACC standings and still control their own destiny of playing their way into the bracket.David Close, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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After losing their previous 13 meetings with Ohio State over the past three-plus seasons, including a 5-1 loss on Friday, a St. Thomas victory over the No. 2 Buckeyes on Saturday at St. Thomas Ice Arena had to be considered improbable.Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 2 Nov. 2024
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The seemingly improbable friendship between the cat and the dog has since been viewed more than 2.4 million views since it was shared to TikTok on October 22.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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Wide receiver Deebo Samuel (rib, oblique) and defensive end Nick Bosa (hip) also will suit up after being listed as questionable and limited in practice.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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What was new and different Friday was that Mack was listed as questionable to play Sunday for the Chargers (5-3) against the Tennessee Titans (2-6) because of a groin injury.Elliott Teaford, Orange County Register, 8 Nov. 2024
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“Unlikely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlikely. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
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