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Likelihood

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Estimating Future EventsPlay
Used when making an educated guess about future events, not certain but likely. SlideGiven the dark clouds, the likelihood of a storm tonight seems strong.
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Conveying UncertaintyPlay
Even with a 'high likelihood', you're indicating there's some doubt. SlideThere's a high likelihood that she'll join us, but it's not guaranteed.
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Expressing Small ChancesPlay
When something is unlikely, 'low likelihood' implies it's not impossible, just not probable. SlideThere's a low likelihood of winning the lottery.