Likely
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Definition
likely: probable, plausible, possible, expected, credible
That isn't a very likely story. That's probably not true.
It seems likely that Bruno won't be attending the party unless he finishes all of his work.
to be likely to (do something): to be inclined, probable, expected, liable, prone (to do something)
We are likely to run into problems if we keep driving on the wrong side of the road.
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