seem unlikely

Frequency: 7.820.3 per million words

To give the impression of being improbable.

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Examples (10)

  • It would seem unlikely that they could finish the project on time.
  • Given the weather conditions, it began to seem unlikely that the flight would depart.
  • Despite their efforts, a quick resolution continues to seem unlikely.
  • His claims seem highly unlikely considering the evidence presented.
  • For a peaceful outcome to seem anything but unlikely, concessions are needed.
  • Initially, their success did seem unlikely, but they surprised everyone.
  • The manager thought it would seem unlikely to convince the board.
  • It might seem unlikely, but he eventually achieved his goal.
  • Without additional funding, it would seem unlikely for the research to continue.
  • The possibility of a last-minute reversal began to seem increasingly unlikely.