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Recent Examples of unlikely If any new buildings are constructed on the land, they must be done in a way that is respectful of the landscape and of the historic architecture, There should be little sense that anything has been built at all, and in Palm Beach, that’s unlikely. Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025 But, the debate on water fluoridation is unlikely to recede any time soon. Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025 Whether or not the deal goes through, consumers are unlikely to get a respite from the ever-increasing monthly subscription fees that can add up to hundreds of dollars. Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025 Given Wright's extensive history of legal disputes and controversies, this judgment is unlikely to mark the end of his court battles. Susie Violet Ward, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unlikely 
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Adjective
  • The Kings are listing Fox as doubtful against the Warriors due to a right glute contusion.
    Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Tagovailoa is listed as doubtful while Hill and Jaylen Waddle are questionable.
    J.J. Bailey, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Downloading apps from unofficial sources or engaging with dubious pop-ups can also expose your phone to malware or adware.
    Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Simitis’ critics on the right and left did their best to denigrate his legacy, highlighting a dubious debt swap concluded after the country had joined the Eurozone as an attempt to massage the debt numbers.
    Demetris Nellas, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Even improbable life finds its way, though, and pygmy marmosets have developed an elaborate survival system based on talking to each other constantly.
    Jessica Camille Aguirre, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Just returning to the playoffs felt improbable for the team that gave up 63 points in this stadium last year.
    Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Nevertheless, this position is legally questionable.
    Alden Abbott, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Watson was listed as a full participant and questionable for the game.
    Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 17 Jan. 2025

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“Unlikely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlikely. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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