eventuality

noun

even·​tu·​al·​i·​ty i-ˌven-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce eventuality (audio)
plural eventualities
: a possible event or outcome : possibility

Examples of eventuality in a Sentence

He planned carefully and was ready for any eventuality. a cure for that form of cancer seems like a certain eventuality—it's just a matter of time
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Many schools across the country have been preparing for this eventuality by coordinating with immigrant families and local law enforcement. Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025 Many schools around the country have been preparing for just this eventuality by reaching out to immigrant families and local law enforcement. Rebecca Santana, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025 Some have hypothesized that Trump’s tariff threats are less of an eventuality and more of a negotiating tactic to push companies to invest in the U.S., not in other countries. William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024 Being prepared for this eventuality ahead of time is essential for managing the problem properly. Chad Angle, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for eventuality 

Word History

First Known Use

1650, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eventuality was in 1650

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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eventuality. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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eventuality

noun
even·​tu·​al·​i·​ty i-ˌven-chə-ˈwal-ət-ē How to pronounce eventuality (audio)
plural eventualities
: something that might happen : possibility

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