appear likely
Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words
Used to suggest that something seems probable based on current evidence.
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- The new regulations appear likely to cause some disruption.
- It appears likely that the meeting will be postponed until next week.
- Given the current data, a recession appears highly likely.
- Her statements appear likely to provoke a strong reaction.
- The project, as it stands, does not appear likely to succeed.
- Experts say it appears likely that inflation will continue to rise.
- Their chances of winning the championship appear less likely now.
- From the early results, it appears likely he will be re-elected.
- Despite the challenges, a positive outcome still appears likely.
- The sudden change in weather makes a storm appear likely.