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in all probability

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in all probability

very likely; almost certainly. He'll be here on time in all probability. In all probability, they'll finish the work today.

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in all probability

(slightly formal)

I think this is true or will happen in all likelihood This is a minimum estimate, but in all probability an accurate one.

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in all probability

Also, in all likelihood. Most likely, almost certainly. For example, In all probability we'll be home for Christmas. This expression was first recorded in 1617, the variant in 1664.

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in all probability

Most probably; very likely.

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