in all likelihood
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Definition
Adverb: With a high degree of probability; very probably; almost certainly.
Usage
This phrase is used to express a strong belief that something is true or will happen, based on the available evidence or logical deduction. It is a formal way to say "very probably" or "almost certainly."
Examples
- , the meeting will be postponed due to the storm.
- The project will, , be completed by the end of the month.
- , she is the most qualified candidate for the position.
Advanced Usage
- The phrase often appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause, followed by a comma.
- It can be used parenthetically in the middle of a sentence, set off by commas.
- The agreement will, in all likelihood, be signed tomorrow.
Variants and Related Words
- In all probability: An exact synonym with identical meaning and usage.
- In all probability, the results will be announced on Friday.
Synonyms
- Most likely
- Almost certainly
- In all probability
- Very probably
- Doubtless
Related Idioms
- As likely as not: With an equal chance of happening or not happening (this is less certain than "in all likelihood").
- As likely as not, it will rain this afternoon.
- In all probability: (See Variants and Related Words).
Adverb
- with considerable certainty; without much doubt
- He is probably out of the country
- in all likelihood we are headed for war